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ward·robe \ˈwȯrˌdrōb, -ȯ(ə)ˌd-\ noun Etymology: Middle English warderobe, from Old North French warderoube, from warder to guard (of Germanic origin; akin to Old High German wartēn to watch, take care) + roube booty, robe, of Germanic origin; akin to Old High German roub booty — more at ward, robe 1. a. : a room or closet where clothes are kept or stored : dressing room, clothes closet b. : a room in a theater where costumes and properties are kept, repaired, and cared for c. : clothespress 1 d. (1) : wardrobe trunk (2) : wardrobe case 2. a. : the collection of wearing apparel and accessories in the possession of one person, family, or institution or for one season, activity, or occupation < his summer wardrobe > < a new wardrobe for a trip abroad > b. : a number or collection of one article of dress suitable for various occasions < a topper completed his wardrobe of hats > 3. : the department of a royal or noble household given the care of wearing apparel, jewels, and personal articles |