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• Nom désignant l'usure ou la détérioration d'un objet due à son utilisation, ou le fait de porter un vêtement.

A noun referring to the act of using or damaging something through use, or the state of being worn out.

indénombrable

1. A1formal

   Articles of clothing, especially those worn on the body.

   vêtements

   • She bought new summer wear from the store.
   • The shop sells casual wear for young people.
   • Designer wear is very expensive.

   Synonymesapparelattireclothesclothingdressgarboutfitwardrobe

2. Deterioration from useB1formal

   Damage or deterioration caused by prolonged use or friction.

   Usure

   • The tires show signs of wear after many miles.
   • The fabric has a lot of wear on the elbows.
   • Regular maintenance prevents excessive wear on machinery.

   Synonymesabrasionattritionchafingcorrosiondamagedeteriorationerosionrubbingwearing

3. B1informal

   A particular type or style of clothing.

   Style de vêtement

   • Sportswear is popular among athletes.
   • Beachwear should be comfortable and quick-drying.
   • Formal wear is required for the gala.

   Synonymesapparelattireclothesclothingdressgarboutfit

• Verbe signifiant porter des vêtements ou des accessoires sur le corps, ou subir/causer une usure progressive au fil du temps.

A verb used to indicate the act of having clothing or accessories on one's body or causing something to deteriorate over time.

verbe irrégulier

1. Have on bodyA1formal

   To have clothing, jewelry, or accessories on one's body.

   porter (sur soi)

   • She wears a red dress to the party.
   • He wears glasses because of his poor eyesight.
   • What are you wearing to the wedding?

   Synonymesdonhave onput onsport

2. Show or displayB1formal

   To display or exhibit something, like an expression or quality.

   Arborer, afficher

   • She wears a confident smile.
   • He wears his heart on his sleeve.
   • The old building wears its history proudly.

   Synonymesbeardisplayexhibitpresentshowsport

3. Cause damage through useB2formal

   To deteriorate or become damaged from prolonged use.

   User par l'usage

   • The carpet has worn thin in high-traffic areas.
   • The tires wore out after 50,000 miles.
   • Constant rubbing wore a hole in the fabric.

   Synonymesabradechafeconsumecorrodedegradedeterioratediminisherodefraygrind

Variantes phrasalwear awaywear downwear offwear onwear outwear upon