Wearing Definition

wearing
adjective
  1. producing exhaustion; "an exhausting march"; "the visit was especially wearing"
noun
  1. (geology) the mechanical process of wearing or grinding something down (as by particles washing over it)
  2. the act of having on your person as a covering or adornment; "she bought it for everyday wear"

"Wearing" in song lyrics

See how wearing is used in real songs:

  • "Checking me up and down, yeah, at the gear that I was wearing"
    Akinyele — No Exit
  • "The ice that you're wearing"
    Amil f/ Beyonce' (Destiny's Child) — I Got That
  • "All black atire is what I'm wearing"
    Dre Dog (Andre Nickatina) & Equipto f/ Shag Nasty — Boss Soss Talk

Usage tips for "wearing"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "wearing" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for wearing to find words that pair well.

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