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Wear

Wehr

/ˈwɛr/

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Syllable breakdown

wear

Dictionary meaning

The act of having on your person as a covering or adornment.

Examples

  • They bought it for everyday wear.
  • The tires showed uneven wear.

Synonyms: wearing

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