Word Finder - apron

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An article of clothing worn over the front of the torso and/or legs for protection from spills; also historically worn by Freemasons and as part of women's fashion.

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The short cassock ordinarily worn by English bishops.

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A hard surface bordering a structure or area.

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The sides of a tree's canopy.

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The cap of a cannon; a piece of lead laid over the vent to keep the priming dry.

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A removable cover for the passengers' feet and legs in an open horse carriage.

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To cover with, or as if with, an apron.

He wadded the apron into a ball.

For not dilly-dallying and not hanging to a woman's apron strings.

He lifted the apron over her head.

Sometimes, when mother does not know it, she goes out into the vineyard, and gets her apron full of delicious grapes.

The rapid erosion of the soft limestone bed at one time threatened the destruction of the power, but this has been prevented by an enormous apron and an artificial concrete floor (completed in 1879).

Cade shook his head and with a quick move, untied her apron strings.

You may wish to bring an apron for cooking classes.

Last week she made her doll an apron, and it was done as well as any child of her age could do it.

A soldier was driving, and a woman enveloped in shawls sat behind the apron under the leather hood of the vehicle.

There is a white apron and a red and white cap.

Whereas, however, ordinary frames placed nearer together than their height overlap one another when lowered on to the apron, the trestles of the Louisa weir lie clear of each other quite flat on the apron.

One day I happened to spill water on my apron, and I spread it out to dry before the fire which was flickering on the sitting-room hearth.

The function of the apron is to prevent the escape of electrification from the glass during its passage from the rubber to the collecting points.

The men wear a loincloth or salaka, the women a kitamby or apron folded round the body from waist to heel, to which a jacket or dress is usually added; both sexes use over these the lamba, a large square of cloth folded round the body something like the Roman toga, and which is the characteristic native dress.

If you are clearing a large spillage you must also wear a disposable plastic apron.

This short man had on a white leather apron which covered his chest and part of his legs; he had on a kind of necklace above which rose a high white ruffle, outlining his rather long face which was lit up from below.

Look chic and cute at the next church picnic or family get-together in a plus size retro apron that evokes memories of days gone by.

The type of apron depends on the tasks the job requires.

For a long time the nurse's outfit was not all white - in fact, blue or black dresses covered with a white apron was more common.

While you may think that an apron's only purpose is to keep you clean while you cook or clean house, you may be pleasantly surprised to find out that it can be pretty as well as practical.

You'll find an abundant selection of these aprons in the market as the 1950s style apron is experiencing a fashion revival.

This stylish apron made from a kitchen fruit fabric features a unique design that adjusts to fit three different heights and accommodates sizes 6 to 22.

An apron has a bib and skirt that covers most of the body or a waistband and skirt that covers the lower half of the body and fits snugly over the shoulders.

The body of the apron can be fitted or hang comfortably over the body.

While the primary use for an apron is keeping the clothes clean while cooking, they are extremely versatile and have many other uses.

When working with chemicals always wear a snap front lab coat or a lab apron.

Parts of the body that are especially sensitive to damage by x rays (for example, the reproductive organs, the thyroid) are shielded with a lead apron.

To reduce risk of radiation exposure, anyone remaining in the scanning room during x-ray delivery will have to wear a lead apron on shield.

Trim can take a basic apron or pillow and turn it into something fabulous.

You can add several rows of ric-rac to the bottom of a half apron to give it a cute, country look.

A row of contrasting piping can show off the style of a retro apron.

To make her dress, cut the bodice and skirt pieces out of cotton calico and the apron out of white lawn.

Place the two apron pieces together, and sew all the way around the curved edge.

Then insert the apron piece into the seam, so it will hang down in front.

Use extra lace to trim the apron and the collar and arm holes of the dress.

Apron tankinis are a bit different from their predecessors.

Depending on the type of fabric used, these suits can look quite demure, but they can also look fabulously sexy when the apron is created using sheer fabric.

As mentioned previously, the clear advantage of the apron tankini is that it is a showier, yet more camouflaging version of the average tankini.

The apron version of this style often depends on string ties, resulting in a less formidable a design.

It is possible for an apron tankini to feature a soft cup bra system that is slightly padded, but if you need to feel more secure or you require a little "oomph" up above, then the apron may not be able to supply the support you need.

Additionally, most tankini styles are not ideal for tanning, but the apron tankini can leave you with even more awkward tan lines.

If tanning is important to you, opt for sheer apron tankinis.

Apron tankinis may be sleek, shiny, stretchy or lacy, and are available in many colors when the Spring/Summer season rolls around.

Victoria's Secret is notorious for its wide swimsuit selections, and within the tankini category you are sure to find one or two apron styles.

The standard tankini top with its straight cut and shoulder straps has a sporty feel to it, while an apron tankini gives off a more feminine air.

A baking scented set, for example, may include a themed apron, wooden spoons, or recipe cards.

The sleeves, apron and pockets all have red stripes.

A small white apron, white tights, black patent leather shoes and a frilly sleeping cap complete the look.

Some upscale costumes also come with a lace-trimmed white apron and a satin mop-style cap.

Get a red fleece dress with white lace collar, cuffs and trim and accent it with an apron with white lace trim and pockets.