underdressed
|un/der/dressed|
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/ˌʌndərˈdrɛst/
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/ˌʌndəˈdrɛst/
(underdress)
dressing beneath
Etymology
Etymology Information
'underdress' originates from the prefix 'under-' meaning 'below' or 'less than' and the word 'dress' meaning 'to clothe.'
Historical Evolution
'underdress' changed from the Old English word 'dressan' meaning 'to clothe' and eventually became the modern English word 'underdress.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to clothe less than required,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'wearing clothes that are too casual for an occasion.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
wearing clothes that are too casual or informal for a particular occasion.
She felt underdressed at the formal dinner.
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Last updated: 2025/01/31 16:06