Meaning & use
the wearer
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UK/ðə ˈweərə/
US/ðə ˈwerər/
Meaning
nounsingular
The person who is wearing a particular item of clothing, jewelry, or equipment.
Grammar: Always used with 'the' and treated as a single person; the plural is 'wearers' without 'the'.
Patterns
- the wearer of something
- something is worn by the wearer
The instructions say the wearer should adjust the straps before use.
The ring is designed to fit any wearer comfortably.
The helmet protects the wearer from head injuries.
Word forms
| plural | wearers |
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Common combinations
- the wearer of
- The wearer of the red coat was easy to spot in the crowd.
- protect the wearer
- This vest is made to protect the wearer from cold weather.
- comfortable for the wearer
- The soft fabric is comfortable for the wearer.
- the wearer's comfort
- The wearer's comfort was the main concern when designing the shoes.
Synonyms and how they differ
- user
- A more general word for someone using something, not specifically clothing.
Word family
Practice
The jacket is designed to keep ______ warm in winter.
Choose one answer.
'The wearer' is the person wearing the jacket. 'The wearing' is not a person, 'the worn' means damaged by use, and 'the wear' is a noun meaning damage or clothing.
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