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How to pronounce wear
Say it like this: /wɛ(ə)ɹ/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.
What does wear mean?
verbTo have on:
“Please wear your seatbelt.”
To have or carry on one's person habitually, consistently; or, to maintain in a particular fashion or manner.
“He wears eyeglasses.”
To bear or display in one's aspect or appearance.
“He walked out of the courtroom wearing an air of satisfaction.”
nounClothing.
“footwear; outdoor wear; maternity wear”
Damage to the appearance and/or strength of an item caused by use over time.
Fashion.
“Motley's the onely weare.”
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