outerwear
noun
out·er·wear
ˈau̇-tər-ˌwer 
1
: clothing for outdoor wear
2
: outer clothing as opposed to underwear
Examples of outerwear in a Sentence
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The collection includes several options for dressing down, with lightweight polo shirts, refined outerwear, and updated takes on classic knitwear.
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Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 17 Apr. 2024
Some were dressed in the label’s moody creations sipping wine while browsing a collection of glittering dresses, sheer bodysuits, and unconventional outerwear.
—Indya Brown, Essence, 5 Apr. 2024
Irina Shayk and Rihanna have worn similar pieces recently, too—allowing their bold outerwear to be the focal point of their off-duty ensembles.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 1 Apr. 2024
Slim-fitting trousers, laidback tees, and eccentric outerwear selections are what his wardrobe is partially filled with.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 9 Apr. 2024
With a White Tee and Jeans—But Make ’Em Capri
A classic T-shirt and jeans is always a great base for any and all outerwear.
—Sarah Zendejas, Vogue, 5 Apr. 2024
This smooth relationship between the two has contributed to confidence among investors and share price gains for both—Meta is up 42% in the year to date—meaning the multibillion-dollar bromance may go far deeper than outerwear.
—Byeleanor Pringle, Fortune, 28 Mar. 2024
Women's base layers Women's sweaters & long sleeves Men's base layers
Men's sweaters
When packing for any ski trip, outerwear is a given, but there are ways to make those essentials— ski jackets, suits, pants—feel more special.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Mar. 2024
Another brilliant collection from Irish designer Robyn Lynch, this time including a collaboration with C.P. Company, as the designer upcycles outerwear pieces from the Italian sportswear brand’s past collections into a capsule of one-off designs.
—Joanne Shurvell, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2024
Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 17 Apr. 2024
Some were dressed in the label’s moody creations sipping wine while browsing a collection of glittering dresses, sheer bodysuits, and unconventional outerwear.
—Indya Brown, Essence, 5 Apr. 2024
Irina Shayk and Rihanna have worn similar pieces recently, too—allowing their bold outerwear to be the focal point of their off-duty ensembles.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 1 Apr. 2024
Slim-fitting trousers, laidback tees, and eccentric outerwear selections are what his wardrobe is partially filled with.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 9 Apr. 2024
With a White Tee and Jeans—But Make ’Em Capri
A classic T-shirt and jeans is always a great base for any and all outerwear.
—Sarah Zendejas, Vogue, 5 Apr. 2024
This smooth relationship between the two has contributed to confidence among investors and share price gains for both—Meta is up 42% in the year to date—meaning the multibillion-dollar bromance may go far deeper than outerwear.
—Byeleanor Pringle, Fortune, 28 Mar. 2024
Women's base layers Women's sweaters & long sleeves Men's base layers
Men's sweaters
When packing for any ski trip, outerwear is a given, but there are ways to make those essentials— ski jackets, suits, pants—feel more special.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Mar. 2024
Another brilliant collection from Irish designer Robyn Lynch, this time including a collaboration with C.P. Company, as the designer upcycles outerwear pieces from the Italian sportswear brand’s past collections into a capsule of one-off designs.
—Joanne Shurvell, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2024
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“Outerwear.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/outerwear. Accessed 27 Apr. 2024.
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outerwear
noun
out·er·wear
ˈau̇t-ər-ˌwa(ə)r
-ˌwe(ə)r
1
: clothing for outdoor wear
2
: outer clothing as opposed to underwear
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