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smock vs adorn

adorn vs smock

smock is a noun but adorn is not a noun.

smock and adorn both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
smock Yes No Yes No
adorn No No Yes No
As verbs, adorn is a hypernym of smock; that is, adorn is a word with a broader meaning than smock:
  • smock: embellish by sewing in straight lines crossing each other diagonally
  • adorn: make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc.
Other hypernyms of smock include beautify, decorate, embellish, grace, ornament.
smock (noun) adorn (noun)
a loose coverall (coat or frock) reaching down to the ankles
smock (verb) adorn (verb)
embellish by sewing in straight lines crossing each other diagonally make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc.
furnish with power or authority; of kings or emperors
be beautiful to look at
Difference between smock and adorn

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