Merriam-Webster's Collegiate® Dictionary, 11th Edition
FASHION
I. noun see: do
Date: 14th century
1. the make or form of something, kind , sort ,
2. a distinctive or peculiar and often habitual manner or way , mode of action or operation ,
3. a prevailing custom, usage, or style, b. the prevailing style (as in dress) during a particular time, a garment in such a style , social standing or prominence especially as signalized by dress or conduct , Synonyms: see: fashion see: method
II. transitive verb (fashioned; fashioning)
Date: 15th century
1. to give shape or form to ; mold , alter , transform , to mold into a particular character by influencing or training, to make or construct usually with the use of imagination and ingenuity , fit , adapt , contrive , fashioner noun