Pronunciation: /ˈeɪprən/

Definitions of apron

noun a protective garment worn over the front of one's clothes and tied around the back, usually used in the kitchen or while working

Example Sentences

A1 She wore an apron while cooking dinner.

A2 The baker tied his apron around his waist before starting to bake.

B1 The waitress wiped her hands on her apron before taking the customer's order.

B2 The chef's apron was covered in flour and stains from a busy day in the kitchen.

C1 The leather apron worn by the blacksmith was specially designed to protect him from sparks.

C2 The fashion designer's apron was a unique and stylish accessory that set her apart in the industry.

verb not applicable

Example Sentences

A1 She aprons her dress before going out.

A2 He aprons his tools to keep them organized in the garage.

B1 The chef aprons himself before starting to cook in the kitchen.

B2 The artist aprons his canvas before beginning to paint.

C1 The carpenter aprons the wood before cutting it to size.

C2 The scientist aprons the lab equipment to protect it from contamination.

adjective not applicable

Example Sentences

A1 She wore an apron while cooking dinner.

A2 The baker tied an apron around his waist before starting to bake.

B1 The waitress quickly wiped her hands on her apron before taking the customer's order.

B2 The blacksmith's leather apron protected him from sparks while working at the forge.

C1 The chef's crisp white apron was a symbol of his expertise in the kitchen.

C2 The artist's paint-splattered apron was a testament to the hours spent creating masterpieces in the studio.

adverb not applicable

Example Sentences

A1 She tied her apron tightly around her waist before starting to cook.

A2 He clumsily put on his apron before helping out in the kitchen.

B1 The chef wore a stained apron as he prepared the delicious meal.

B2 The baker donned a crisp white apron as he began to bake the bread.

C1 The artist's colorful apron was splattered with paint from a day of creating masterpieces.

C2 The surgeon carefully tied his sterile apron before entering the operating room.

pronoun not applicable

Example Sentences

A1 She tied the apron around her waist before starting to cook.

A2 He always wears an apron when he grills outside.

B1 The chef's apron was stained with tomato sauce from a long day of cooking.

B2 The baker's apron had pockets for holding utensils and ingredients.

C1 The vintage apron she found at the flea market was a beautiful addition to her collection.

C2 The custom-made leather apron he wore in the kitchen was a gift from his mentor.

preposition not applicable

Example Sentences

A1 The chef tied the apron around his waist before starting to cook.

A2 She always wears an apron to protect her clothes while baking.

B1 The waitress hung her apron on the hook before clocking out for the day.

B2 The blacksmith's apron was covered in soot from working at the forge all day.

C1 The artist's apron was splattered with paint from a day of working on a new masterpiece.

C2 The surgeon carefully tied on her sterile apron before beginning the delicate operation.

conjunction not applicable

Example Sentences

A1 I wear an apron when I cook.

A2 She tied her apron tightly before starting to bake.

B1 The chef put on his apron and began preparing the ingredients.

B2 The waitress wiped her hands on her apron before taking the customer's order.

C1 The blacksmith donned his leather apron before working with hot metal.

C2 The artist's apron was splattered with paint after a day of creating masterpieces.

interjection not applicable

Example Sentences

A1 Apron! I need to protect my clothes while cooking.

A2 Apron, please! I don't want to get dirty while gardening.

B1 Wear an apron before you start painting to avoid getting stains on your clothes.

B2 Can you pass me the apron? I need to bake a cake and don't want to ruin my outfit.

C1 I always make sure to wear my apron when working in the kitchen to keep my clothes clean.

C2 The chef shouted 'apron!' as a reminder to the kitchen staff to protect themselves from spills and splatters.

article not applicable

Example Sentences

A1 She tied her apron around her waist before starting to cook.

A2 The baker wore a flour-covered apron as he kneaded the dough.

B1 The waitress quickly wiped her hands on her apron before taking the customer's order.

B2 The chef's apron was embroidered with intricate designs, showcasing his culinary skills.

C1 The artisan crafted a leather apron to protect himself while working with sharp tools.

C2 The fashion designer's apron was a work of art, adorned with sequins and beads.

Examples of apron in a Sentence

formal The chef tied his apron tightly around his waist before starting to cook.

informal I always make a mess when I cook, so I wear an apron to protect my clothes.

slang I love my cute apron with all the funny sayings on it.

figurative She wore her confidence like an apron, ready to take on any challenge.

Grammatical Forms of apron

past tense

aproned

plural

aprons

comparative

more apron

superlative

most apron

present tense

aprons

future tense

will apron

perfect tense

have aproned

continuous tense

am aproning

singular

apron

positive degree

apron

infinitive

to apron

gerund

aproning

participle

aproned

Origin and Evolution of apron

First Known Use: 1300 year
Language of Origin: Middle English
Story behind the word: The word 'apron' originated from Middle English, where it was known as 'napron'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the 'n' from 'a napron' was misinterpreted as 'an apron', leading to the modern usage of the word.