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Definition fashion in American English

fashion noun

noun
/ˈfæʃ(ə)n/
1

the fact that something such as a style of dress or an activity is popular at a particular time

Example

Fashions change all the time.

Example

The fashion for ocean bathing began in the nineteenth century.

Example

His ideas have gone right out of fashion.

Example

High heels are back in fashion.

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Example

the world of fashion

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2.1

relating to fashion, or involved in fashion

Example

an Italian fashion designer

Example

fashion magazines

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3

a style of dress that is popular at a particular time

Example

Men's fashions change more slowly than women's.

Example

the latest fashions

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Definition fashion in American English