wear

//wɛr//
A2Frequency Level 4Neutral
Visual representation of wear

Verb

wearInfinitive
wearPresent tense
worePast tense
wornPast participle
wearingPresent participle
wearsThird-person singular
1

To have clothing, jewelry, or accessories on one's body

She is wearing a blue dress today.

2

To have a particular expression or appearance on one's face

She wore a smile on her face.

3

To damage, erode, or diminish through continuous use or friction

The constant friction wore the rope thin.

4

To last or endure over time despite use

These shoes wear well even after years of use.

5

To tolerate or accept something over time

His constant complaints are starting to wear on me.

Noun

1

Clothing, especially of a particular type or for a particular purpose

The store sells casual wear and sportswear.

2

Damage or deterioration resulting from ordinary use

The carpet shows signs of wear after years of use.