| Part of Speech | Definition | |
| Verb | 1. To be vested or robed.
[Eve - graph theoretic] 2. To have geared, clobbered, kitted or machined. [Eve - graph theoretic] 3. To be costumed or frocked. [Eve - graph theoretic] 4. To have rigged or dressed. [Eve - graph theoretic] 5. To be liveried. [Eve - graph theoretic] 6. To have habited. [Eve - graph theoretic] 7. To be uniformed. [Eve - graph theoretic] 8. To have clouted or raged. [Eve - graph theoretic] 9. To be tired. [Eve - graph theoretic] 10. To have trimmed or beautified.[Eve - graph theoretic] | |
| Verb Past Tense | 1. Past tense conjugation of the verb apparel.[Eve - graph theoretic] | |
| Expression | 1. Of Apparel.[Websters]. | |
Source: Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913), compiled from various sources, under license. | Top | |
"APPARELLED" is a common misspelling or typo for: appareled. |
Date "APPARELLED" was first used in popular English literature: sometime before 1050. (references) |
Specialty Definition: apparel
| Domain | Definition | ||
| Bible | Apparel In Old Testament times the distinction between male and female attire was not very marked. The statute forbidding men to wear female apparel (Deut. 22:5) referred especially to ornaments and head-dresses. Both men and women wore (1) an under garment or tunic, which was bound by a girdle. One who had only this tunic on was spoken of as "naked" (1 Sam. 19:24; Job 24:10; Isa. 20:2). Those in high stations sometimes wore two tunics, the outer being called the "upper garment" (1 Sam. 15:27; 18:4; 24:5; Job 1:20). (2.) They wore in common an over-garment ("mantle," Isa. 3:22; 1 Kings 19:13; 2 Kings 2:13), a loose and flowing robe. The folds of this upper garment could be formed into a lap (Ruth 3:15; Ps. 79:12; Prov. 17:23; Luke 6:38). Generals of armies usually wore scarlet robes (Judg. 8:26; Nah. 2:3). A form of conspicuous raiment is mentioned in Luke 20:46; comp. Matt. 23:5. Priests alone wore trousers. Both men and women wore turbans. Kings and nobles usually had a store of costly garments for festive occasions (Isa. 3:22; Zech. 3:4) and for presents (Gen. 45:22; Esther 4:4; 6:8, 11; 1 Sam. 18:4; 2 Kings 5:5; 10:22). Prophets and ascetics wore coarse garments (Isa. 20:2; Zech. 13:4; Matt. 3:4). Source: Easton's 1897 Bible Dictionary. | ||
| Dream Interpretation | 1: Dreams of apparel, denote that enterprises will be successes or failures, as the apparel seems to be whole and clean, or soiled and threadbare. 2: To dream of blue apparel, signifies carrying forward to victory your aspirations, through energetic, insistent efforts. Friends will loyally support you. 3: To see green apparel, is a hopeful sign of prosperity and happiness. 4: To see many colored apparel, foretells swift changes, and intermingling of good and bad influences in your future. 5: To walk with a person wearing white, proclaims that person's illness or distress, unless it be a young woman or child, then you will have pleasing surroundings for a season at least. 6: To dream of crimson apparel, foretells that you will escape formidable enemies by a timely change in your expressed intention. 7: To admire the apparel of others, denotes that she will have jealous fears of her friends. 8: To see fine apparel, but out of date, foretells that you will have fortune, but you will scorn progressive ideas. 9: If you reject out-of-date apparel, you will outgrow present environments and enter into new relations, new enterprises and new loves, which will transform you into a different person. 10: To see yourself or others appareled in white, denotes eventful changes, and you will nearly always find the change bearing sadness. 11: To see yourself, or others, dressed in black, portends quarrels, disappointments, and disagreeable companions; or, if it refers to business, the business will fall short of expectations. 12: To see yellow apparel, foretells approaching gaieties and financial progress. Seen as a flitting spectre, in an unnatural light, the reverse may be expected. You will be fortunate if you dream of yellow cloth. 13: To dream of misfitting apparel, intimates crosses in your affections, and that you are likely to make a mistake in some enterprise. 14: To see old or young in appropriate apparel, denotes that you will undertake some engagement for which you will have no liking, and which will give rise to many cares. 15: For a woman to dream that she is displeased with her apparel, foretells that she will find many vexatious rivalries in her quest for social distinction. 16: To dream of the loss of any article of apparel, denotes disturbances in your business and love affairs. 17: For a young woman to dream of being attired in a guazy black costume, foretells she will undergo chastening sorrow and disappointment. 18: The dreamer interpreting the dream of apparel should be careful to note whether the objects are looking natural. If the faces are distorted and the light unearthly, though the colors are bright, beware; the miscarriage of some worthy plan will work you harm. There are few dreams in which the element of evil is wanting, as there are few enterprises in waking life from which the element of chance is obviated. Source: Ten Thousand Dreams Interpreted .... | ||
| Literature | 1: Apparel Dress. The ornamental parts of the alb, at the lower edge and at the wrists. Catechumens used to talk of putting on their apparels, or fine white surplices, for the feast of Pentecost. 2: Pugin says: "The albe should be made with apparels worked in silk or gold, embroidered with ornaments." 3: Rock tells us - "That apparels were stitched on the upper part of the amice, like a collar to it." Source: Brewer's Dictionary. | ||
| Wikipedic | Apparel (from Old French aparail, aparailler, mod. French appareil, from Late Latin adpariculare, to make fit or equal), equipment, outfit, things furnished for the proper performance of anything, now chiefly used of dress. The word is also applied to the "orphreys," i.e. embroidered strips or borders, on ecclesiastical vestments. (references) | ||
Source: compiled by the editor from various references; see credits. | Top | ||
Common Expressions: apparel
| Expressions | Definition | ||
| American Apparel | American Apparel, LLC is a clothing company based out of Los Angeles, California. Its claim to fame is sweatshop-free clothing made in Downtown LA. It is currently in the process of large retail growth, opening stores in the United States, Japan, Switzerland, Germany, Canada, the UK and Mexico. (references) | ||
| Apparel chain | A chain of clothing stores. Source: Wordnet 3.0 Copyright © 2006 by Princeton University. All rights reserved. | ||
| Apparel industry | Makers and sellers of fashionable clothing. Source: Wordnet 3.0 Copyright © 2006 by Princeton University. All rights reserved. | ||
| Intimate apparel | Women's underwear and nightclothes. Source: Wordnet 3.0 Copyright © 2006 by Princeton University. All rights reserved. | ||
| Scottish apparel | The term Scottish apparel describes the traditional dress of Scotland. It is often characterized by the appearance of tartan (plaid) patterns in some form. (references) | ||
| Wearing apparel | Clothing in general. Source: Wordnet 3.0 Copyright © 2006 by Princeton University. All rights reserved. | ||
Source: compiled by the editor from various references; see credits. | Top | ||
Specialty Expressions: apparel
| Expressions | Domain | Definition | |
| Apparel and Other Textile Products | Energy | This major group, known as the cutting-up and needle trades, includes establishments producing clothing and fabricating products by cutting and sewing purchased woven or knit textile fabrics and related materials, such as leather, rubberized fabrics, plastics, and furs. (references) | |
| INSTRUCTOR, APPAREL MANUFACTURE | Occupations | Instructs workers to tend or operate knitting, looping, and sewing machines, using knowledge of machine function and process: Plans training schedule to ensure workers achieve standard production in specified time. Demonstrates methods of cleaning, threading, replacing needles, changing guides, lubricating, tension adjusting, and operating machines. Examines work of trainees to detect defects and instructs worker in methods to detect and correct defective work. Records production of worker to determine progress according to training schedule. Recommends transfer of worker from one operation to another based on progress made. May sew or loop sample articles to determine steps in assembly for new styles. May teach hand knitting, looping, and sewing to workers. (references) | |
| Quarterly apparel survey | Statistics | A survey that provides data on the quantity of production and value of shipments of selected apparel. Source: European Union. (references) | |
| SALES REPRESENTATIVE, APPAREL TRIMMINGS | Occupations | Contacts apparel manufacturers to sell trimmings for apparel, such as dresses, blouses, shirts, and sweaters, and service of applying trim to apparel: Suggests design and trimming, such as embroidery, applique, tucking, or cording, to use on apparel. Performs other duties as described under SALES REPRESENTATIVE (retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title. (references) | |
| Sales representative, men's and boys' apparel | Occupations | Sells men's and boys' clothing, such as suits, coats, sport jackets, and slacks, utilizing knowledge of garment construction, fabrics, and styles. Performs other duties as described under SALES REPRESENTATIVE (retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title. (references) | |
| SALES REPRESENTATIVE, SAFETY APPAREL AND EQUIPMENT | Occupations | Sells safety apparel and equipment, such as goggles, masks, shoes, belts, helmets, fireproof suits, and hearing-protection devices, performing duties as described under SALES REPRESENTATIVE (retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title. Tours industrial plant and suggests protective clothing and devices to prevent accidents. (references) | |
| Sales representative, women's and girls' apparel | Occupations | Sells women's and girls' apparel, such as coats, dresses, lingerie, and accessories, utilizing knowledge of fabrics, style, and prices. Performs other duties as described under SALES REPRESENTATIVE (retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title. May specialize according to price range of garment sold. May sell only girls' or women's apparel and be designated Sales Representative, Girls' Apparel (wholesale tr.); Sales Representative, Women's Apparel (wholesale tr.). (references) | |
| SALESPERSON, WOMEN'S APPAREL AND ACCESSORIES | Occupations | Sells women's clothing and accessories, such as coats, sportswear, suits, dresses, formal gowns, lingerie, hosiery, belts, gloves, costume jewelry, handbags, and scarfs: Advises customer on current fashion and coordinating accessories. Answers questions regarding washability, durability, and color fastness of fabrics. May mark garments for alterations. Performs other duties as described under SALESPERSON (retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title. May be designated according to specific category or type of item sold as Salesperson, Fashion Accessories (retail trade); Salesperson, Handbags (retail trade); Salesperson, Hosiery (retail trade); Salesperson, Lingerie (retail trade); Salesperson, Women's Dresses (retail trade); Salesperson, Women's Sportswear (retail trade.). (references) | |
| Shaker, wearing apparel | Occupations | Shakes out semidry wearing apparel to prepare it for ironing, sorting, or folding. Inspects articles for tears or missing buttons, and routes damaged articles to repair department. Sorts, folds, and stacks articles on handtrucks or hangs them on moving conveyor. May starch shirt collars and cuffs. (references) | |
| Stock checker, apparel | Occupations | Gathers and counts garments tried on by customers in fitting rooms of retail store: Hangs garments according to size on display racks, and refastens belts, buttons, and zippers on garments tried by customers. Counts number of garments carried in and out of dressing rooms to assure no garments are missing. May sew on missing and loose buttons, hooks, and loops. (references) | |
Source: compiled by the editor from various references; see credits. | Top | ||
Topics by Level of Interest: apparel | ||||
| Topics sorted by level of Interest | Level (1=low, 600=high) | Topics sorted Alphabetically | Level (1=low, 600=high) | |
| American Apparel | 58 | Altamont Apparel | 5 | |
| Jones Apparel Group | 14 | American Apparel | 58 | |
| Bantam Apparel | 10 | Bantam Apparel | 10 | |
| King Apparel | 7 | Children's Apparel Network | 3 | |
| No Sweat Apparel | 6 | Jones Apparel Group | 14 | |
| Orca wetsuits and sports apparel | 6 | King Apparel | 7 | |
| Worldwide Responsible Apparel Production | 5 | National Union of Knitwear, Footwear & Apparel Trades | 4 | |
| Altamont Apparel | 5 | No Sweat Apparel | 6 | |
| Yesin Apparel | 5 | Orca wetsuits and sports apparel | 6 | |
| Scottish apparel | 4 | Scottish apparel | 4 | |
| National Union of Knitwear, Footwear & Apparel Trades | 4 | Worldwide Responsible Apparel Production | 5 | |
| Children's Apparel Network | 3 | Yesin Apparel | 5 | |
Source: the editor, created by/for EVE to gauge likely levels of human interest in linguistically triggered topics (compiled across various sources, such as Wikipedia and specialty expression glosses). | ||||
