Dressing

Word DRESSING
Character 8
Hyphenation dress ing
Pronunciations /ˈdɹɛsɪŋ/

Definitions and meanings of "Dressing"

What do we mean by dressing?

A therapeutic or protective material applied to a wound. noun

A sauce for certain dishes, such as salads. noun

A stuffing, as for poultry or fish. noun

Manure or other fertilizing material for soil. noun

The act of one who dresses; the act or process of adjusting, preparing, trimming, finishing, etc., in any sense of the verb dress. noun

That which is used in dressing or preparing anything, as for use or ornament. noun

A thrashing; a flogging or beating; a reprimand or scolding. noun

Dress; raiment; especially, ornamental habiliment or attire. noun

An application (a remedy, bandage, etc.) to cover a sore or wound. noun

Manure or compost over land. When it remains on the surface, it is called a top-dressing. noun

A preparation, such as a sauce, to flavor food for eating; a condiment. noun

The stuffing of fowls, pigs, etc.; forcemeat. noun

Gum, starch, and the like, used in stiffening or finishing silk, linen, and other fabrics. noun

An ornamental finish, as a molding around doors, windows, or on a ceiling, etc. noun

Castigation; scolding; -- often with down. noun

A case of toilet utensils. noun

A variety of forceps, shaped like a pair of scissors, used in dressing wounds. noun

A light gown, such as is used by a person while dressing; a study gown. noun

An apartment appropriated for making one's toilet. noun

Material applied to a wound for protection or therapy.

A sauce, especially a cold one for salads.

Something added to the soil as a fertilizer etc.

The activity of getting dressed.

Dress; raiment; especially, ornamental habiliment or attire.

The stuffing of fowls, pigs, etc.; forcemeat.

Gum, starch, etc., used in stiffening or finishing silk, linen, and other fabrics.

An ornamental finish, such as a moulding around doors, windows, or on a ceiling.

Castigation; scolding; dressing down.

The process of extracting metals or other valuable components from minerals

Synonyms and Antonyms for Dressing

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The word "dressing" in example sentences

The phrase "dressing well" is inevitably open to interpretation. ❋ Tina Gaudoin (2011)

I haven't used the bucktail, I normally use a #6 red Octopus but the dressing is a nice touch. ❋ Unknown (2009)

The key to the flavour of this dressing is the addition of balsamic vinegar. ❋ Michele (2006)

Lady Glencora was now in the habit of having Alice with her in what she called her dressing-room every evening, and then they would sit till the small hours came upon them. ❋ Unknown (1993)

Alice followed Lady Glencora across the passage into what she called her dressing-room, and there found herself surrounded by an infinitude of feminine luxuries. ❋ Unknown (1993)

Alice with her in what she called her dressing-room every evening, and then they would sit till the small hours came upon them. ❋ Anthony Trollope (1848)

The veggies look crunchy and bright and inviting, and the spicy "dressing" is very tempting! ❋ Cardamom (2007)

There really is no point in dressing up as a fairy (unless one is a little girl) for Halloween. ❋ Unknown (2009)

If you are interested in dressing more femininely, as opposed to masculinely, then look at the collars. ❋ Unknown (2009)

My usual version of buttermilk dressing is equal parts light mayo, buttermilk and white balsamic vinegar flavoured with paprika, fresh dill, fresh tarragon, and maybe some grated lemon zest. ❋ Homesick Texan (2009)

Ranch dressing is one of the four food groups around here. ❋ Homesick Texan (2009)

I think the dip in buttermilk dressing is reserved for delivery pizza only. ❋ Homesick Texan (2009)

Features: Fully renovated home, kitchen with Viking appliances and granite countertops, pantry with sub-zero wine chiller, master suite with a large cedar walk-in dressing room and closet, two fireplaces, wrap-around porches on two levels, dock and boathouse. ❋ Unknown (2009)

At my house, it isn't the Holidays unless my mother's wild rice dressing is on the table. ❋ Kurt Michael Friese (2010)

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