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fashion

|fash-ion|

B1

/ˈfæʃən/

style or trend

Etymology
Etymology Information

'fashion' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'façon,' where 'façon' meant 'make, shape, appearance.'

Historical Evolution

'façon' changed from the Old French word 'façon' and eventually became the modern English word 'fashion.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'make or shape,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'style or trend.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a popular or the latest style of clothing, hair, decoration, or behavior.

The fashion of the 1980s is making a comeback.

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Verb 1

to make or shape something, especially with one's hands.

She fashioned a sculpture out of clay.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35