
Frock
Fashion Term
Frock is often used to describe a particular style of dress, not any dress.

In vintage shops, you might find a frock with an old-fashioned elegance.
Older Usage
'Frock' can sound old-fashioned; in modern contexts, 'dress' is more common.

My grandmother calls all my dresses frocks.
Formal Occasions
Frock might be used for formal or special occasion dresses in contemporary use.

She's shopping for a frock for the wedding.
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