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clad

The correct spelling is clad.

How to pronounce clad

/klæd/
verb

IPA: /klæd/

Say it like: Cla-d

The correct spelling is clad. (past tense clad) To clothe. For example: "to feed and clothe a family; to clothe oneself extravagantly"

Usage Examples

to feed and clothe a family; to clothe oneself extravagantly

to clothe somebody with authority or power

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.(past tense clad) To clothe.
  2. 2.(past tense clad or cladded) To cover (with insulation or another material); to surround, envelop.
  3. 3.(figuratively) To imbue (with a specified quality)
  4. 4.To adorn or cover with clothing; to dress; to supply clothes or clothing.
  5. 5.To cover or invest, as if with a garment.

adjective

  1. 1.(in compounds) Wearing clothing of a specified type.
  2. 2.(in compounds) Covered, enveloped in or surrounded by a specified material or substance.

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