1. to have clothing, jewelry, or accessories on one’s body
2. to gradually damage or deteriorate through use or friction
3. to have a particular expression on one’s face

1. damage caused by regular use over time
2. clothing or garments of a particular type

Examples

• She decided to wear her blue dress to the party.
• The constant friction will wear down the metal surface.
• He wore a worried expression during the meeting.
• These shoes wear well and should last for years.
• The carpet shows signs of wear from heavy foot traffic.
• The store sells children’s wear on the second floor.
• Please wear your seatbelt at all times.
• The old steps are starting to wear smooth from use.