apron
2 synonyms for apron, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A piece of clothing worn over the front of the body to protect clothes, especially while cooking.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use apron
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
tie an apron
kitchen apron
airport apron
Etymology
Originally "a napron," from Old French naperon, related to nappe, "tablecloth" — over time, "a napron" was misheard as "an apron," the same process that gave us the words adder and umpire.
Full origin of apron →Frequently asked questions
What does “apron” mean?
The word “apron” means a piece of clothing worn over the front of the body to protect clothes, especially while cooking. In plain terms, a protective garment worn over clothes, or a paved area next to a building, especially at an airport.
How do you pronounce “apron”?
“Apron” is pronounced AY-pruhn (/ˈeɪ.pɹən/ in IPA).
How do you use “apron” in a sentence?
Here is “apron” used in a sentence: “He tied on an apron before starting to bake.”
What part of speech is “apron”?
“Apron” is a noun.
Where does the word “apron” come from?
The word “apron” comes from Old French. Originally "a napron," from Old French naperon, related to nappe, "tablecloth" — over time, "a napron" was misheard as "an apron," the same process that gave us the words adder and umpire.
Is “apron” a common word?
“Apron” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the A1 level.
How many meanings does “apron” have?
“Apron” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a piece of clothing worn over the front of the body to protect clothes, especially while cooking.
