dressing

1. p. pr. & vb. n. of Dress Source: opted

2. n. Dress; raiment; especially, ornamental habiliment or attire. Source: opted

3. n. An application (a remedy, bandage, etc.) to a sore or wound. Source: opted

4. n. Manure or compost over land. When it remains on the surface, it is called a top-dressing. Source: opted

5. n. A preparation to fit food for use; a condiment; as, a dressing for salad. Source: opted

6. n. The stuffing of fowls, pigs, etc.; forcemeat. Source: opted

7. n. Gum, starch, and the like, used in stiffening or finishing silk, linen, and other fabrics. Source: opted

8. n. An ornamental finish, as a molding around doors, windows, or on a ceiling, etc. Source: opted

9. n. Castigation; scolding; -- often with down. Source: opted

10. n. savory dressings for salads; basically of two kinds: either the thin French or vinaigrette type or the creamy mayonnaise type Source: wordnet

11. n. a mixture of seasoned ingredients used to stuff meats and vegetables Source: wordnet

12. n. making fertile as by applying fertilizer or manure Source: wordnet

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