romper

noun

romp·​er ˈräm-pər How to pronounce romper (audio)
ˈrȯm-
1
: one that romps
2
: jumpsuit sense 1
especially : a jumpsuit for infants
often used in plural

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Collins and McDowell dressed her in the sweetest little floral romper and maroon leggings. Meg Walters, InStyle, 28 Jan. 2026 Infection can also occur while journaling or browsing lymphatic rompers on Goop. Alyssa Brandt, New Yorker, 26 Jan. 2026 For comfort and practicality, travelers should avoid items like skinny jeans, rompers, and stilettos. Mariyam Muhammad, Cincinnati Enquirer, 14 Jan. 2026 Skip the rompers, sandals, and dragging hems—experts explain how to fly smart, stylish, and safe. Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 12 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for romper

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1780, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of romper was circa 1780

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“Romper.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/romper. Accessed 6 Feb. 2026.

Kids Definition

romper

noun
romp·​er ˈräm-pər How to pronounce romper (audio)
: a child's one-piece garment with the lower part shaped like bloomers
usually used in plural
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