B2nounfashion
US/ˈkloʊ.ðɪŋ/
UK/ˈkləʊ.ðɪŋ/
clothes in general, especially a particular type
In context
Bring warm clothing if you plan to visit Sa Pa in December.
Workers in the factory must wear protective clothing.
Vietnam is one of the biggest clothing exporters in the world.
Words that go with clothing
adjective + noun
- protective clothingNurses wear protective clothing in the ward.
- warm clothingPack warm clothing for the mountains.
- second-hand clothingSecond-hand clothing is popular with students.
noun + preposition
- item of clothingEvery item of clothing in the shop is on sale.
noun + noun
- clothing storeShe works in a clothing store downtown.
- clothing industryThe clothing industry employs millions of workers.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I bought three clothings.Correct: I bought three items of clothing.