se parer
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se parer
A pronominal verb always uses a reflexive pronoun (e.g., se lever).
1. (literary) (to dress oneself with care)
A word or phrase restricted in usage to literature or established writing (e.g., once upon a time).
a. to adorn oneself
Pour son mariage, ma sœur s'est parée de ses plus beaux bijoux.For her wedding, my sister adorned herself with her finest jewelry.
b. to don
Dominique s'était paré d'un élégant costume pour l'occasion.Dominique had donned an elegant suit for the occasion.
c. to attire oneself
Claire se para d'une magnifique robe bleue pour le bal.Claire attired herself in a magnificent blue dress for the ball.
a. to protect oneself against
Pour se parer contre le froid, Olivier a acheté un manteau épais.To protect himself against the cold, Olivier bought a thick coat.
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