suiting

noun

suit·​ing ˈsü-tiŋ How to pronounce suiting (audio)
1
: fabric for suits
2
: a suit of clothes

Examples of suiting in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The perennially chic actor took a stroll in New York yesterday in a denim iteration of office-friendly suiting. Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 10 Apr. 2024 Liu walked the red carpet in modern suiting from Fendi, swapping the traditional button-down and tie for a low-neck shirt. Cait Bazemore, Robb Report, 11 Mar. 2024 Even actors known for colorful suiting like Colman Domingo and Ryan Gosling, who arrived in Louis Vuitton and Gucci, respectively, stuck to a largely black palette, though many accessorized with broaches, bracelets and pins. CNN, 10 Mar. 2024 The show highlighted the dazzling Vegas-style suiting — jackets with glimmering stripes paired with flared pants, exuding an energy reminiscent of the city’s iconic Strip. Thomas Adamson, USA TODAY, 17 Jan. 2024 Longtime fans and newcomers will find black and white body-hugging dresses with Ms. Karan’s signature — and originally quite provocative — cutouts; soft stretch knit suiting options; a tough-looking crinkled nylon trench; and even a sequined evening gown. Jo Rodgers Jameson Montgomery Roxanne Fequiere Emilia Petrarca Kate Guadagnino Sophie Bew, New York Times, 8 Feb. 2024 Simple designs offer endless styling potential—whether that be with your favorite suiting during the work week, jeans and T-shirts on the weekend, or even a mini skirt for a night out. Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 26 Jan. 2024 The looks shown were just as lively as the crowd with flowing trousers, oversized blazers, and playful suiting. Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 22 Jan. 2024 Wide-Leg Pants + Cropped Jacket Edward Berthelot/Getty Images Rich colors and textures come together in this earth-tone look, which makes the most of slick suiting and soft leather. Jake Smith, Glamour, 23 Feb. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1863, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of suiting was in 1863

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“Suiting.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/suiting. Accessed 23 Apr. 2024.

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