Meaning of the word garb in English

What does garb mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

garb

US /ɡɑːrb/
UK /ɡɑːb/
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Noun

clothing, especially of a distinctive or special kind

Example:
The priest was dressed in his traditional garb.
Prisoners were forced to wear distinctive garb.

Verb

to dress in distinctive clothes

Example:
The actors were garbed in velvet and lace.
She was garbed as a medieval princess.