Starched

Pronunciation: /stɑːrtʃt/

Definitions of starched

adjective Starched is an adjective that describes something that has been treated with starch to make it stiff or crisp, such as a starched shirt.

Example Sentences

A1 She wore a starched white apron while cooking.

A2 The waiter's starched uniform was perfectly pressed.

B1 The starched collar on his shirt made him look very professional.

B2 The starched tablecloth added a touch of elegance to the dining room.

C1 Her starched dress was a stark contrast to the casual attire of the other guests.

C2 The military officer's starched uniform was a symbol of his authority and discipline.

Examples of starched in a Sentence

formal The butler's uniform was impeccably starched and pressed.

informal She always starches her husband's shirts before ironing them.

slang I can't stand how stiff and starched his attitude is.

figurative Her words were starched with authority, leaving no room for argument.

Grammatical Forms of starched

• past tense: starched
• plural: starches
• comparative: more starched
• superlative: most starched
• present tense: starch
• future tense: will starch
• perfect tense: have starched
• continuous tense: is starching
• singular: starched
• positive degree: starched
• infinitive: to starch
• gerund: starching
• participle: starched

Origin and Evolution of starched

First Known Use: 0015 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'starched' originated from the Old English word 'stercan' which means to stiffen with starch.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'starched' evolved to specifically refer to clothing that has been treated with starch to make it stiff and crisp.