Word Verb
undressed
v.
B1 Intermediate US /ənˈdɹɛst/ UK /ʌndɹˈɛst/ un·dressed
Definition
v.to take off your clothes. You use this when you are getting ready for bed or changing clothes.
v.to remove one's clothing. Often used in the context of preparing for sleep or a change of attire.
Examples
“She undressed and got into bed.”
“After the long hike, the hikers undressed quickly to dry off and change into warm pajamas.”
“The protagonist undressed by the flickering light of the fireplace, revealing a body that had endured the harsh winter's journey.”
Etymology
From un- + dressed.
From undress + -ed.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
This entry
Level B1 · Intermediate
Frequency Occasional
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