clothes

Universal Words noun [pl.] the things that you wear, such as trousers/pants, dresses and jackets: I bought some new clothes for the trip. * to put on / take off your clothes * Bring a change of clothes with you. * She has no clothes sense (= she does not know what clothes look attractive). ______________________________ WHICHWORD? clothes / clothing You use clothes [pl] to talk about the things that you wear: I'll just put on some clean clothes. You use clothing [U] to talk about clothes in general or a particular type of clothes: the clothing industry * protective clothing. Note that there is no singular form of clothes. You can, however, talk about a piece/an item/an article of clothing. Note also the expression: I haven't got anything to wear (= any suitable clothes) for the party tonight. -<noteatWEAR ______________________________