First Known Use: before 12th century
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1smock
noun \ˈsmäk\
: a light and loose long shirt usually worn over your regular clothing to protect it from getting dirty
: a long shirt usually worn by women
Full Definition of SMOCK
1
archaic : a woman's undergarment; especially : chemise
2
: a light loose garment worn especially for protection of clothing while working
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Origin of SMOCK
Middle English smok, from Old English smoc; akin to Old High German smocco adornment
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2smock
transitive verb
SMOCK Defined for Kids
smock
noun \ˈsmäk\
Definition of SMOCK for Kids
: a loose outer garment worn especially for protection of clothing <an artist's smock>
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