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separates

n. C / U
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈsɛpɝˌeɪts// sep·a·rates

n. pieces of clothing, like shirts and trousers, that you buy one by one and wear in different combinations. You use them to create many outfits from just a few items.

n. individual items of clothing, such as skirts, trousers, and tops, designed to be worn in various combinations rather than as part of a matched set.


SIMPLE

She bought several separates to mix and match for work.

CONTEXTUAL

Investing in high-quality separates allows a professional to build a versatile wardrobe without purchasing dozens of full suits.

COMPLEX

The designer's spring collection focused on elegant separates, emphasizing the modern consumer's preference for modular fashion that transitions easily from day to evening wear.

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Usually used in the plural when referring to the category of clothing; the singular refers to one specific item.

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