frock

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noun \ˈfräk\

Definition of FROCK

1
: an outer garment worn by monks and friars : habit
2
: an outer garment worn chiefly by men: a : a long loose mantle b : a workman's outer shirt; especially : smock frock c : a woolen jersey worn especially by sailors
3
: a woman's dress

Examples of FROCK

  1. <please get into your nicest frock and join us at the party>
  2. <the man clutched his heavy frock as he made his way through the driving rain>

Origin of FROCK

Middle English frok, from Anglo-French froc, of Germanic origin; akin to Old High German hroch mantle, coat
First Known Use: 14th century

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