tenue — meaning in English

English meaning

• cloth noun Woven, knitted, or felted material used for clothing, furnishing, or cleaning.
• dress verb To put clothes (or, formerly, armour) on (oneself or someone, a doll, a mannequin, etc.); to clothe.
• outfit noun A set of clothes worn together, often for a particular occasion.
• rig noun A large piece of equipment used for a specific task, especially for drilling or trucking.

Senses

tenue is used for these senses in English:

• cloth A form of attire that represents a particular profession or status.
• dress Apparel or clothing, especially when appropriate for a particular occasion, profession, etc.
• outfit A set of clothing (with accessories).
• rig (informal) A costume or an outfit.

cloth — full definition

1. noun Woven, knitted, or felted material used for clothing, furnishing, or cleaning.
2. noun A tablecloth, especially one laid out for a meal.
3. noun The clergy or priesthood, referred to by their traditional dress.

dress — full definition

1. verb To put clothes (or, formerly, armour) on (oneself or someone, a doll, a mannequin, etc.); to clothe.
2. verb To attire (oneself or someone) for a particular (especially formal) occasion, or in a fashionable manner.
3. verb To design, make, provide, or select clothes (for someone).
4. verb To arrange or style (someone's hair).

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