Clotheshorses

/ˈkloʊðzˌhɔːrsɪz/ noun

Definition

Plural of clotheshorse; multiple drying frames or multiple people excessively interested in fashion.

Etymology

Standard English pluralization of clotheshorse by adding -es. See clotheshorse for full etymology.

Kelly Says

The plural form shows how common clotheshorses were as household furniture in homes before electric dryers—many households had several around for the constant task of drying laundry from hand-washing.

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