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Zipper is a term often used to mean any kind of slide fastener. See more »

Button

Button is a disk or other object used to hold a garment closed.

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Chiton

Chiton was a long, loose, flowing garment worn next to the skin by men and women in ancient Greece.

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Dhoti

Dhoti is a traditional Indian garment that is still worn by many men in India.

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Gauntlet

Gauntlet was a leather glove covered with steel plates that medieval knights wore as part of their armor.

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Glove

Glove is a protective or decorative covering for the hand.

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Handkerchief

Handkerchief, HANG kuhr chihf, is a small piece of cloth people carry to wipe their face, nose, or eyes.

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Jeans

Jeans are trousers that are usually made of denim, a heavy, coarse cotton cloth with a diagonal weave.

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Kilt

Kilt is a traditional garment of men from the Highlands of Scotland and from Ireland.

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Necktie

Necktie is a band of material or a bow that is worn around the neck.

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Stockings

Stockings are articles of clothing that fit snugly over the feet and part or all of the legs.

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Toga

Toga, TOH guh, was the outer garment worn by the citizens of ancient Rome.

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Tunic

Tunic, TOO nihk, is a loose, short garment that is slipped on over the head and usually belted at the waist.

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Umbrella

Umbrella is a device that protects people from rain and sun.

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Uniform

Uniform is a style of clothing that identifies people as members of a group or as workers in a particular field.

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Zipper

Zipper is a term often used to mean any kind of slide fastener.

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