This is the past form of the verb 'wear'. It is used to say that someone had clothes or accessories on their body in the past. It is a very common word in everyday life.
She wore a red dress today.
He wore his new shoes to school.
This use means to have or use something on your body for some time. It is not just clothes but also things like glasses or even expressions like a smile.
He wore glasses all day long.
She wore a smile during the meeting.
This meaning is about something becoming damaged or thin because it has been used many times. For example, shoes or tires get worn when used a lot.
The tires wore down after many miles.
He wore the shoes out quickly.
This use means to show a feeling or expression on your face or in your behavior. For example, someone can wear a smile or a frown.
She wore a look of sadness.
He wore confidence at the event.
Here, 'wore' means to go through something difficult or hard over time. It is often used in a figurative way for things or people that suffer or endure stress or damage.
The old house wore many storms.
He wore the pressure well.
This meaning describes when surfaces or materials slowly lose their original form because of constant use or rubbing. It happens over time and changes the object's look or feel.
The paint wore off after years.
The floors wore smooth over time.
