dress up (/drɛs ʌp/)

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verb  ·  Intermediate  ·  Daily Life

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Meaning

Meaning: wear smart or costume clothes

To put on formal or special clothes, or to wear a costume.

Examples

🗣 The children love to dress up for Halloween.

Etymology

From ‘dress’ plus ‘up’, the idea of elevating one’s appearance.

How & Where It’s Used

Common for special occasions and costumes.

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Tags: phrasal-verb

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