stola — meaning in English

English meaning

• dress verb To put clothes (or, formerly, armour) on (oneself or someone, a doll, a mannequin, etc.); to clothe.
• gown noun A long, flowing dress, especially one worn for a formal occasion.
• robe noun A long, loose outer garment, often worn for comfort, ceremony, or to signify rank.

Senses

stola is used for these senses in English:

• dress (clothing) An item of clothing (usually worn by a woman or young girl) which both covers the upper part of the body and includes a skirt below the waist.
• gown A woman's ordinary outer dress, such as a calico or silk gown.

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).

gown — full definition

1. noun A long, flowing dress, especially one worn for a formal occasion.
2. noun A loose robe worn by certain professionals, such as judges, academics, or surgeons.

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