Meaning of the word dresses in English

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dresses

US /ˈdrɛsɪz/
UK /ˈdrɛsɪz/

Plural Noun

garments consisting of a bodice and skirt in one or more pieces, typically worn by women or girls

Example:
She has a closet full of beautiful dresses.
The store is having a sale on summer dresses.

Verb

1.

put on clothes

Example:
She always dresses elegantly for special occasions.
He dresses quickly in the morning.
2.

apply a dressing to (a wound or sore)

Example:
The nurse carefully dresses the patient's wound.
It's important to properly dress a burn to prevent infection.