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dressed

/drɛst/
/drɛst/
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Definitions of dressed
  1. adjective
    dressed or clothed especially in fine attire; often used in combination
    “neatly dressed workers”
    clad, clothed
    wearing or provided with clothing; sometimes used in combination
  2. adjective
    dressed in fancy or formal clothing
    clad, clothed
    wearing or provided with clothing; sometimes used in combination
  3. adjective
    treated with medications and protective covering
    synonyms:
    treated
    given medical care or treatment
  4. adjective
    (of lumber or stone) to trim and smooth
    synonyms: polished
    finished
    (of materials or goods) brought to the desired final state
Pronunciation
US
/drɛst/
UK
/drɛst/
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