toggery

noun

ˈtä-g(ə-)rē How to pronounce toggery (audio)
Definition of toggerynext
as in clothes
covering for the human body inmates wearing regulation prison toggery

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Recent Examples of toggery In the post-housebound era, if casual toggery becomes the norm for work, will underwire bras go the way of ties, suits and vertiginous heels? — Washington Post, 7 Jan. 2022
Recent Examples of Synonyms for toggery
  1. clothing
  2. attire
  3. dress
  4. apparel
  5. wear
Noun
  • Instead of afternoons spent browsing racks of clothing and getting advice from trusted salespeople, shoppers find inspiration from social media.
    — Rachel Felder, Robb Report, 4 Oct. 2026
  • The clothing retailer will be responsible for developing a multi-episode docuseries, national mall tour and a clothing collection with the rising pop stars, according to a press release.
    — Catriona Marangi, CNBC, 4 Oct. 2026
Definition of clothing
Noun
  • The policy also says if an employee is found to be wearing inappropriate attire, they may be instructed to return home and change into appropriate clothing.
    — Ana Goñi-Lessan, Miami Herald, 1 Oct. 2026
  • Like Johnson’s attire, Hathaway’s look incorporated plenty of sparkle, though the crushed fabric on the bodice creating a rosette effect certainly elevated the look.
    — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 30 Sep. 2026
Definition of attire
Noun
  • The singer-songwriter had purchased the exact vintage Gunne Sax maxi dress Meg White wore on the cover of the White Stripes’ 2003 album Elephant, released the same year she was born.
    — Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 7 Oct. 2026
  • Scroll on for an edit of more wedding guest slip dresses that are just as versatile.
    — Corinne Pierre-Louis, Vogue, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of dress
Noun
  • Nike — Shares fell almost 6% after the athletic footwear and apparel maker’s fiscal first-quarter revenue missed analyst expectations, according to LSEG data.
    — Scott Schnipper, CNBC, 2 Oct. 2026
  • The partnership supports Ortovox’s ProtACT sustainability strategy as the brand expands its technical apparel offering into mountain biking.
    — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of apparel
Noun
  • Adidas will produce a kids’ footwear, apparel and sports accessories line for athletic and everyday wear tied to the series.
    — Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 7 Oct. 2026
  • Whether windows are showing gradual wear or have been affected by severe weather, a coordinated replacement project can improve comfort, efficiency and appearance while helping homeowners prepare their homes for years ahead.
    — Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 5 Oct. 2026
Definition of wear

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togged (up or out)
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“Toggery.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/toggery. Accessed 9 Oct. 2026.

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