Pronunciation: /wɔrn/
verb to have been used or carried for a long time and therefore showing signs of wear
A1 I have worn this dress to many parties.
A2 She has worn out her favorite pair of shoes.
B1 The old book was worn from being read so many times.
B2 The soldier had worn his uniform proudly for years.
C1 The mountain climbers had worn themselves out by the time they reached the summit.
C2 The marathon runner had worn down his competitors with his consistent pace.
adjective showing the damaging effects of overuse or long use
A1 She wore a worn-out sweater to the party.
A2 The old book had a worn cover and yellowed pages.
B1 The hiker's boots were worn from many miles of trekking through the mountains.
B2 The soldier's uniform looked worn after months of active duty.
C1 The antique rug had a beautifully worn patina from years of use.
C2 The artist used a worn paintbrush to create a textured effect in the painting.
formal The fabric of the dress looked worn after years of use.
informal I can't wear these shoes anymore, they're too worn out.
slang That jacket is so worn, it's practically vintage.
figurative His patience was worn thin after dealing with the difficult customer.
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