activewear

noun

ac·​tive·​wear ˈak-tiv-ˌwer How to pronounce activewear (audio)
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Police records reportedly show that a burglar slipped inside the studio, grabbed activewear and got out in under three minutes. Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 17 June 2026 Maxtop Crossbody Bag Pair this sporty yet versatile crossbody with your favorite activewear for sightseeing or with your go-to airport outfit for keeping your passport and wallet handy when going through security and at your gate. Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 10 June 2026 At a time when activewear is increasingly interchangeable, Addison Bay stands apart from the crowd with picks that are equal parts sporty and full of personality. Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 4 June 2026 Delicate fabrics such as lace, silk, wool, and many activewear materials can be damaged by the longer wash times and stronger agitation. Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 2 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for activewear

Word History

Etymology

active entry 1 + -wear (as in sportswear, underwear)

First Known Use

1924, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of activewear was in 1924

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“Activewear.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/activewear. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.

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activewear

noun
ac·​tive·​wear ˈak-tiv-ˌwa(ə)r How to pronounce activewear (audio)
-ˌwe(ə)r

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