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gown vs clothe

clothe vs gown

gown is a noun but clothe is not a noun.

gown and clothe both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
gown Yes No Yes No
clothe No No Yes No
As verbs, clothe is a hypernym of gown; that is, clothe is a word with a broader meaning than gown:
  • gown: dress in a gown
  • clothe: provide with clothes or put clothes on
Other hypernyms of gown include apparel, dress, enclothe, fit out, garb, garment, habilitate, raiment, tog.
gown (noun) clothe (noun)
a woman's dress, usually with a close-fitting bodice and a long flared skirt, often worn on formal occasions
outerwear consisting of a long flowing garment used for official or ceremonial occasions
protective garment worn by surgeons during operations
lingerie consisting of a loose dress designed to be worn in bed by women
the members of a university as distinguished from the other residents of the town in which the university is located
gown (verb) clothe (verb)
dress in a gown provide with clothes or put clothes on
cover as if with clothing
furnish with power or authority; of kings or emperors
Difference between gown and clothe

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