dress

B1 · Intermediate Uncountable noun Formal

n. clothes in general, especially for a formal or special occasion.

n. clothing or apparel collectively, often of a specified kind or for a particular social occasion.

“The invitation says that formal dress is required for the dinner.”

“The traditional dress of the region features intricate embroidery that has remained unchanged for centuries.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Medicine Technical

v. to clean and cover a wound with a bandage.

v. to clean, treat, and apply a protective covering or bandage to a wound.

“The nurse will dress your cut after the doctor examines it.”

“The field medic worked quickly to dress the shrapnel wound, applying pressure to stem the bleeding before transport.”

B1 · Intermediate Cooking

v. to prepare food for cooking or to add oil and vinegar to a salad.

v. to prepare a carcass for cooking or to add a sauce or seasoning to food, particularly salad.

“You should dress the salad just before you serve it so it stays fresh.”

“The chef demonstrated how to dress the poultry efficiently, ensuring the cavity was properly cleaned before stuffing.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate

v. to decorate something, like a shop window or a room.

v. to adorn or ornament a space; specifically used for arranging displays or theatrical sets.

“They spent all night dressing the windows for the Christmas sale.”

“The crew worked tirelessly to dress the set, adding period-accurate props to make the 1920s office look authentic.”

C1 · Advanced Military Formal · Technical

v. to move soldiers into a straight line.

v. to align troops or individuals into a straight line or proper formation.

“The sergeant ordered the soldiers to dress the line.”

“The platoon was commanded to dress right, ensuring each soldier was perfectly aligned with the person to their immediate side.”