habiliment
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- noun
- /həˈbɪlɪmənt/
- Archaic
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habilitación
- In the old painting, the noblewoman is depicted in splendid habiliment, showcasing her status and elegance.
Examples
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The form of our buildings rests, like our social customs and ordinary habiliments, on natural causes, the variations of temperature, and other similar influences.
Academic text (1992) -
The figure was shrouded "head to foot in the habiliments of the grave".
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India is the most civilized country in the world, but it lacks a few habiliments.
Fiction book (2002) -
I'm Skald the Rhymer, your account manager for Habiliments Inc.
Blog text (21) -
She wore beautiful habiliment for the wedding ceremony, reflecting the importance of the occasion.
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The actor arrived on stage in elaborate habiliment, drawing gasps from the audience.
Synonyms
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Things you wear to cover your body
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Clothing for a particular activity, for example work or evening
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A single item you wear, like a shirt or dress
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Clothes worn for ceremony or special events
Clothes worn by a person, often formal or special
How Formal
Surface Forms
Etymology
Habiliment comes from the Latin root habil- meaning 'fit' and the ending -ment meaning 'a thing'. Think of habit, which once also meant a piece of clothing like a monk's habit, so habiliment is a 'thing' that fits you and means clothing or dress for a special occasion.