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Traditional Clothes Vocabulary
firsthand
firsthand
[Adverb]

in a manner directly from the original source or from personal experience

Ex: She learned about the incident firsthand from a witness at the scene. 
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to modernize

to update or improve something

Ex: The city decided to modernize its public transportation system by introducing new technology and infrastructure. 
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zipper
zipper
[noun]

an object with two plastic toothed strips used for fastening the open edges of a piece of clothing, bag, etc.

Ex: She struggled to pull up the zipper on her new dress, realizing it was slightly too tight. 
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internationally

in a way that relates to multiple nations or the entire world

Ex: The conference attracted participants and experts internationally. 
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global
global
[Adjective]

regarding or affecting the entire world

Ex: The pandemic has had a global impact on public health, economies, and daily life. 
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stage
stage
[noun]

an elevated area, especially in theaters, on which artists perform for the audience

Ex: The actor stepped onto the stage to deliver his monologue. 
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proudly
proudly
[Adverb]

with a sense of satisfaction, honor, or deep pleasure in one's achievements or identity

Ex: She proudly showed off her diploma to her family. 
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to showcase

to prominently display or present something to attract attention and admiration

Ex: The art gallery will showcase the works of a renowned painter in its upcoming exhibition. 
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heritage
heritage
[noun]

the customs, traditions, rituals, and behaviors that are inherited and preserved within a community or society over time

Ex: The festival celebrates our cultural heritage with traditional dances and music. 
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audience
audience
[noun]

a group of people who have gathered to watch and listen to a play, concert, etc.

Ex: He was nervous to speak in front of a large audience. 
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to honor
to honor
[Verb]

to show a lot of respect for someone or something

Ex: Families may honor their heritage by preserving and passing down cultural traditions. 
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root
root
[noun]

the place or point where something begins or originates

Ex: The roots of democracy are in ancient Greece. 
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to stand out

to be prominent and easily noticeable

Ex: The glowing neon sign made the cafe stand out among the other businesses on the street. 
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to announce

to make plans or decisions known by officially telling people about them

Ex: The CEO announces the company's quarterly results during the board meeting. 
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gender
gender
[noun]

the fact or condition of being male, female or non-binary that people identify themselves with based on social and cultural roles

Ex: Her research focused on the impact of gender on career opportunities in tech industries. 
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marital status

the state of being married, single, divorced, etc.

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unmarried
unmarried
[Adjective]

not having a legal or official romantic partner

Ex: Despite being in a long-term relationship, they remained unmarried. 
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modest
modest
[Adjective]

relatively moderate, limited, or small in scope, size, or amount

Ex: They made a modest investment in the project. 
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bachelor
bachelor
[noun]

a man who is unmarried

Ex: As a lifelong bachelor, he enjoys the freedom to travel whenever he pleases. 
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elder
elder
[noun]

a person older in age or experience than another

Ex: You should respect your elders. 
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literally
literally
[Adverb]

in a manner that expresses what is really intended, without exaggeration

Ex: Her excitement was so intense that she literally jumped up and down when she received the award. 
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elegant
elegant
[Adjective]

pleasingly simple and neat in design, form, or function

Ex: The app's interface was elegant and intuitive. 
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structure
structure
[noun]

the way something is built or organized, including the arrangement of its parts

Ex: The essay has a clear structure that guides the reader. 
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over time
over time
[Adverb]

as time passes or progresses

Ex: Skills improve over time with regular practice. 
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to go back

to trace the existence or origin of something to a specific point in time

Ex: The tradition of celebrating the festival goes back for centuries. 
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period
period
[noun]

a span of time, often with a clear beginning and end

Ex: We lived in the city for a short period. 
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to influence

to have an effect on a particular person or thing

Ex: The mentor's guidance greatly influenced the professional development of the young entrepreneur. 
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social status

position in a social hierarchy

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common people

people in general (often used in the plural)

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plain
plain
[Adjective]

simple in design, without a specific pattern

Ex: She preferred plain dresses with minimal embellishments. 
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royal family

the king, queen, their children, and close relatives, often holding significant historical, cultural, and political influence within a monarchy

Ex: The British royal family has been a symbol of tradition and continuity for centuries. 
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social class

a group of individuals who share similar economic, cultural, and educational status

Ex: They discussed how social class influences cultural norms and values. 
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fancy
fancy
[Adjective]

elaborate or sophisticated in style, often designed to impress

Ex: She wore a fancy gown to the ball, adorned with intricate lace and jewels. 
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fine
fine
[Adjective]

showing careful detail or delicate quality

Ex: The author's fine distinctions between similar terms added depth to the essay. 
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stitching
stitching
[noun]

the lines of thread made by sewing cloth, leather, or other material together

Ex: The stitching on the jacket was neat and strong. 
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characteristic

a notable feature or quality that defines or describes something

Ex: Her kindness is a characteristic everyone notices. 
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through
through
[preposition]

used to express the duration of an action or state

Ex: She worked diligently through the night. 
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to include

to have something as a part of the whole

Ex: The ticket price includes access to all attractions. 
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to consist of

to be formed from particular parts or things

Ex: The salad consists of fresh greens, tomatoes, and a zesty vinaigrette. 
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noticeable
noticeable
[Adjective]

having qualities that make something easily seen or recognized

Ex: The stain on his shirt was noticeable from across the room. 
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feature
feature
[noun]

an important or distinctive aspect of something

Ex: The new smartphone boasts a high-resolution screen as its standout feature. 
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element
element
[noun]

one of the four basic substances—earth, water, air, fire—believed in ancient and medieval thought to make up the physical world

Ex: Medieval scholars debated the nature of the four elements. 
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purity
purity
[noun]

a woman's virtue or chastity

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to symbolize

to represent a more important or hidden meaning

Ex: The dove is often used to symbolize peace in many cultures. 
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bridal
bridal
[Adjective]

relating to a bride or her wedding

Ex: She tried on a bridal gown for the ceremony. 
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hemp
hemp
[noun]

a plant fiber

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luxurious
luxurious
[Adjective]

extremely comfortable, elegant, and often made with high-quality materials or features

Ex: She indulged in a luxurious spa treatment, complete with massages and facials. 
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man-made
man-made
[Adjective]

created by humans rather than occurring naturally in the environment

Ex: The lake is man-made, not natural. 
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lunar
lunar
[Adjective]

relating to the moon

Ex: She purchased a lunar calendar to track the phases of the moon. 
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ancestor
ancestor
[noun]

a blood relative who lived a long time ago, usually before one's grandparents

Ex: She discovered that one of her ancestors had fought in the Civil War. 
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to [take] part
to take part
[phrase]

to participate in something, such as an event or activity

Ex: He was excited to take part in the debate competition and showcase his public speaking skills. 
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ritual
ritual
[noun]

a set of fixed actions or behaviors performed regularly

Ex: Every Friday evening, they have a family ritual of cooking dinner together. 
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detailed
detailed
[Adjective]

including many specific elements or pieces of information

Ex: The report provided a detailed analysis of the company's financial performance. 
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harvest
harvest
[noun]

the act or process of gathering a ripened crop from the fields

Ex: The harvest took place over two weeks in September. 
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pride
pride
[noun]

a sense of self-respect, dignity, or personal worth

Ex: She felt pride after completing the marathon. 
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rental
rental
[Adjective]

of or relating to rent

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