clothing . ( Of the lat. )( confectio, - onis ). 1. f. action to prepare or make certain things, like drinks, medicines, poisons, perfumes, etc., usually by mixing or combination of other. 2. f. thing well made. 3. f. drug in soft consistency, composed of several pulverized substances, almost always of a vegetable nature, with a certain amount of syrup or honey. 4. f. craftsmanship of garment clothing. 5 f. pl. Clothing sold made, unlike that are tailor-made. de clothing . 1. loc. adj. He said these garments. Suit of clothing . U t. c. loc. Advisor. Dress in clothing.