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as in gowns
a garment with a joined blouse and skirt usually worn by a woman or girl
please get into your nicest frock and join us at the party
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as in cloaks
a sleeveless garment worn so as to hang over the shoulders, arms, and back
the man clutched his heavy frock as he made his way through the driving rain
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Recent Examples of frocks
Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 21 Apr. 2026
The following frocks are available in petite sizing options, and have stamps of approval from shoppers with small builds.
—Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 6 Apr. 2026
Demi Moore, Nicole Kidman and Teyana Taylor flocked to frocks with feathers.
—Erin Jensen, USA Today, 16 Mar. 2026
First up, Costume Design, where Kate Hawley’s Gothic frocks should have the edge after winning the Period prize at the Costume Designers Guild Awards over the 1930s fashions of Sinners.
—Nate Jones, Vulture, 12 Mar. 2026
Another element that Brockett hopes will stand out to viewers this year is a conscious effort invoke old-school Hollywood glamour as a theme that extends through the night, on the set and in the frocks and formal wear donned by guests.
—Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 26 Feb. 2026
The look of the season had a harder edge than in the past—her close-to-the-body coats and velvet and silk frocks were styled with dark lips and slick hair and extra long nails.
—José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 19 Feb. 2026
From the artists and gallerists cast on the runway to the buoyant soundtrack and those perfect party frocks — the stiletto print was a favorite — the show had a sense of joy that felt genuine and much needed.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 17 Feb. 2026
Noun
Colorful frocks and matching hats became staples of the Queen's fashion.
—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 21 Apr. 2026
The following frocks are available in petite sizing options, and have stamps of approval from shoppers with small builds.
—Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 6 Apr. 2026
Demi Moore, Nicole Kidman and Teyana Taylor flocked to frocks with feathers.
—Erin Jensen, USA Today, 16 Mar. 2026
First up, Costume Design, where Kate Hawley’s Gothic frocks should have the edge after winning the Period prize at the Costume Designers Guild Awards over the 1930s fashions of Sinners.
—Nate Jones, Vulture, 12 Mar. 2026
Another element that Brockett hopes will stand out to viewers this year is a conscious effort invoke old-school Hollywood glamour as a theme that extends through the night, on the set and in the frocks and formal wear donned by guests.
—Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 26 Feb. 2026
The look of the season had a harder edge than in the past—her close-to-the-body coats and velvet and silk frocks were styled with dark lips and slick hair and extra long nails.
—José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 19 Feb. 2026
From the artists and gallerists cast on the runway to the buoyant soundtrack and those perfect party frocks — the stiletto print was a favorite — the show had a sense of joy that felt genuine and much needed.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 17 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for frocks
Noun
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Tuxedos with tailcoats and floor-length gowns.—
Rebecca Morin,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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The newsroom soon filled with executives and producers arriving from the Hilton, several dressed in long gowns and carrying their high-heeled shoes.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The housekeepers greet me with genuine care, the bartenders create cocktails with panache and smiles, and the doormen and women jauntily pose for pictures in their thick Batman-style winter cloaks.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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Anybody heading into the spring with a seasonably cheerful and rosy view of world affairs will be well-met by the return of the patron saints of drone metal, pulling on their cloaks to herald our everlong winter.—
Nina Corcoran,
Pitchfork,
23 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Inspired by blooms outside, floral dresses are an uplifting way to look polished while staying comfortable.—
Nicol Natale,
PEOPLE,
29 Apr. 2026
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Designed for warm-weather ease, linen dresses like this elegant frock from Quince offer a polished look that doesn’t require overthinking your outfit.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
29 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Founded by a mother-daughter duo, Sweet Wink makes dress-up fun with kits, capes and tutus for screen-free fun.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
13 Apr. 2026
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Personally, South Park with capes isn’t my favorite mode for this show.—
Ben Rosenstock,
Vulture,
8 Apr. 2026
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The same girls who’d posted winking pop-culture-reference couples Halloween costumes a few years ago were now posting their toddlers in their own pop-culture-reference costumes.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 Apr. 2026
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To make that medicine go down easier, RAYE costumes her fatalism in a baroque maximalism.—
Boutayna Chokrane,
Pitchfork,
2 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The Constitution vests the administration of elections in the states, though Congress can pass laws pertaining to elections.—
Garrett Downs,
CNBC,
31 Mar. 2026
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While presidents have the authority as the commander in chief to conduct certain strategic military operations on their own, the Constitution vests Congress with the power to wage war.—
Lisa Mascaro,
Fortune,
1 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Guests can relax post-shower (or post-tub) in Guayabera robes custom-made by Dos Carolinas, and enjoy treats from the Ice Box, including local beer, farmers market provisions, and the makings for the world's best margarita.—
Diana Oates,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 Feb. 2026
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“Frocks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frocks. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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