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dressing

Pronunciation: [ˈdrɛsɪŋ]

Word

Learn how to use dressing in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “food”

(noun) a sauce that you put on salads to add flavor. It can be creamy or tangy and makes the salad taste better.

Example

I love putting ranch dressing on my salads because it tastes delicious.

Example

She didn't enjoy the salad because there was no dressing on it.

Example

What kind of dressing do you like on your salad?

Context: “clothing”

(noun) the act of putting clothes on. It’s what we do every morning to get ready for the day.

Example

Her dressing was quick because she picked out her clothes the night before.

Example

His dressing took a long time since he couldn't find his shoes.

Example

How long does your dressing usually take in the morning?

Context: “clothing”

(verb) to put clothes on someone or yourself. For example, when you help a little kid get dressed, you are dressing them.

Example

She is dressing her doll in a beautiful new outfit.

Example

He didn't like dressing up for the party, so he wore casual clothes.

Example

Are you dressing yourself or do you need help?

How to pronounce dressing

Pronunciation: [ˈdrɛsɪŋ]

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