apparelling
|a-ppar-el|
/əˈpærəl/
(apparel)
clothing
Etymology
'apparel' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'apareil'/'apareill', where 'apareill' meant 'equipment' or 'preparation' (related to preparing or equipping).
'apparel' changed from Old French 'apareill' into Middle English 'apparel' and eventually became the modern English word 'apparel' (used both as noun and verb).
Initially, it meant 'equipment' or 'preparation' (to prepare or equip); over time it specialized to the meaning 'clothe' or 'dress'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
clothing or garments; articles of dress (often used in a somewhat formal or historical context).
The museum displayed medieval apparelling from the 14th century.
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Verb 1
to clothe or dress (someone or oneself); to equip with garments.
Servants were apparelling the bride before the ceremony.
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Last updated: 2025/09/23 12:40