fashion — a popular style of clothes, hair, decoration, or behavior
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a popular style of clothes, hair, decoration, or behavior
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈfæʃən/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother thinks skinny jeans are a ridiculous fashion.
- He decorated his room in a very minimalist fashion.
- Wearing socks with sandals will never be in fashion, no matter what dad says.
fashion
NOUN[/ˈfæʃən/]
a popular style of clothes, hair, decoration, or behavior
Paris runway erupts as models strut the season's boldest fashion.
Fast ion races through fashion show in style!
Fashion born from passion unites every nation!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle French 'façon' meaning 'manner' or 'way of making,' which comes from Latin 'factio' (a making or doing), derived from the verb 'facere' (to make or do). The word entered English in the 14th century and evolved to describe the prevailing style or manner of dress and behavior.
Breakdown
From Old French 'facon' < Latin 'factio' (act of making) < 'facere' (to make/do) + '-ion' (noun suffix) = fashion (manner of dress; prevailing style)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My grandmother thinks skinny jeans are a ridiculous fashion.”
“He decorated his room in a very minimalist fashion.”
“Wearing socks with sandals will never be in fashion, no matter what dad says.”
“The fashion magazine featured eco-friendly clothing brands.”
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