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clothing (noun)

A collective term for items worn on the body, such as shirts, pants, and dresses, primarily used for protection or decoration. It refers to garments in general rather than specific individual pieces.

💬 Example

"I need to pack some warm clothing for my trip to Alaska."

💡 Memory Tip

Think of the word 'CLOTH' and add 'ING'. CLOTHING is the thING made of CLOTH that you wear. It's a collective thING, so...

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⚠️ Common Mistakes

I bought two clothings. → I bought two items of clothing.

The clothing are on the floor. → The clothing is on the floor.

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