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finery

noun fin·ery \ˈfīn-rē, ˈfī-nə-\

: clothes, jewels, etc., that are expensive and beautiful

plural fin·er·ies

Full Definition of FINERY

: ornament, decoration; especially : dressy or showy clothing and jewels

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First Known Use of FINERY

1680

Related to FINERY

Synonyms: array, best, bravery, caparison, feather, frippery, full dress, gaiety (also gayety), glad rags, regalia, best bib and tucker

Other Clothing Terms

babushka, brogue, bumbershoot, cravat, dishabille, furbelow, layette, raiment, spectator

Rhymes with FINERY

pinery, vinery, winery

FINERY Defined for Kids

finery

noun fin·ery \ˈfī-nə-rē\

plural fin·er·ies

Definition of FINERY for Kids

: stylish or showy clothes and jewelry

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