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smocked

smock
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Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [smok]
    • /smɒk/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [smok]
    • /smɒk/

Definitions of smocked word

  • noun smocked a loose, lightweight overgarment worn to protect the clothing while working. 1
  • verb with object smocked to clothe in a smock. 1
  • verb with object smocked to draw (a fabric) by needlework into a honeycomb pattern with diamond-shaped recesses. 1
  • adjective smocked A smocked dress or top is decorated with smocking. 0
  • adjective smocked (of a dress, blouse, etc) decorated with smocking 0

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Origin of smocked

First appearance:

before 1000
One of the 6% oldest English words
before 1000; Middle English (noun), Old English smocc; orig. name for a garment with a hole for the head; compare Old Norse smjūga to put on (a garment) over the head

Historical Comparancy

Parts of speech for Smocked

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation

smocked popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 90% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.

smocked usage trend in Literature

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Top questions with smocked

  • how to make a smocked sundress?
  • how to make round smocked pillows?
  • where to buy smocked dresses?
  • how to make a smocked pillow?
  • what does smocked clothing mean?
  • how to make a smocked dress?

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