(p. pr. & vb. n.) of Dress
(n.) Dress; raiment; especially, ornamental habiliment or
attire.
(n.) An application (a remedy, bandage, etc.) to a sore or
wound.
(n.) Manure or compost over land. When it remains on the
surface, it is called a top-dressing.
(n.) A preparation to fit food for use; a condiment; as, a
dressing for salad.
(n.) The stuffing of fowls, pigs, etc.; forcemeat.
(n.) Gum, starch, and the like, used in stiffening or
finishing silk, linen, and other fabrics.
(n.) An ornamental finish, as a molding around doors, windows,
or on a ceiling, etc.
(n.) Castigation; scolding; -- often with down.
