Definition and meaning of English word "gloves"
gloves
/ɡlʌvz/
Meaning
NounPlural of glove: coverings for the hand with separate sheaths for each finger and the thumb, worn for warmth or protection.
How to use
The noun 'gloves' is the plural of 'glove' and is used in everyday conversation about hand-coverings. It normally takes a plural verb, e.g. 'My gloves are in my pocket.' A common learner mistake is confusing this common plural noun with the rare verb 'to glove', which means to fit something with a glove-like covering.
🇬🇧 English
gloves
Example
I wore gloves to keep my hands warm.
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Common phrases
- put on gloves— to cover the hands with gloves
- a pair of gloves— two matching gloves worn together
- leather gloves— gloves made of leather
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What does the English word "gloves" mean?▼
The English word "gloves" means "gloves" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "I wore gloves to keep my hands warm." (which translates as "gloves").
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