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wearing

Pronunciation: [ˈwɛərɪŋ]

Word

Learn how to use wearing in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “clothing”

(verb) to have something on your body as a piece of clothing. It is when you put on clothes like shirts, pants, or shoes.

Example

She is wearing a beautiful dress to the party.

Example

He isn't wearing a jacket, even though it's cold outside.

Example

What are you wearing to school tomorrow?

Context: “action”

(verb) to use something until it becomes damaged or not good anymore. Like when you play with a toy too much, and it breaks.

Example

I wore out my favorite shoes after wearing them for a year.

Example

The bike still looks new; I haven't worn it out at all.

Example

Have you ever worn out a pair of sneakers?

How to pronounce wearing

Pronunciation: [ˈwɛərɪŋ]

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