Garment

Garment

Garment (/ˈɡɑːrmənt/; from the Old French garment, meaning "equipment") is a piece of clothing that is worn on the body. It is a general term that encompasses items such as pants, shirts, dresses, and coats.

Etymology

The term garment originates from the Old French garment, which means "equipment". It was first used in English in the 14th century to refer to an article of clothing.

Types of Garments

There are many different types of garments, including:

• Shirt: A garment for the upper body, typically with a collar, sleeves, and a front opening.
• Pants: A garment extending from the waist to the ankles, covering each leg separately.
• Dress: A one-piece garment for women and girls that covers the body and extends down over the legs.
• Coat: An outer garment worn outdoors, having sleeves and typically extending below the hips.

Related Terms

• Clothing: A collective term for items worn on the body.
• Fashion: The popular trends in clothing and the industry that produces them.
• Textile: The material from which garments are made.
• Tailoring: The process of making, repairing, or altering garments, especially suits and men's clothing.

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Garment
• Wikipedia's article - Garment

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