
Clothe
Literal Use
Directly relates to dressing someone or something, often used in caretaking or support contexts.

After the game, she clothed the shivering dog in a warm blanket.
Ceremonial Dressing
Used when discussing dressing for special occasions or with special attire.

The knights were clothed in armor for the ceremony.
Figurative Expressions
Sometimes used in metaphoric or idiomatic expressions, meaning to cover up or disguise.

The spy clothed his intentions with a friendly demeanor.
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