activewear

noun

ac·​tive·​wear ˈak-tiv-ˌwer How to pronounce activewear (audio)
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Most of these activewear looks can go straight from the studio to brunch, coffee, or errands. Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 7 May 2026 University Park Village has other activewear options like Lululemon, Athleta, Free People Movement, Fableta and Nike. Ella Gonzales may 4, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 May 2026 The synthetic fiber is derived from petrochemicals and must meet high-performance standards for activewear and compression. Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 30 Apr. 2026 With shoes and swimwear, activewear and accessories, and all the coveted dresses, sweaters, and jeans in between, Free People offers trendy threads for fashion-forward gals on the go who love a touch of whimsy. Hannah Chubb, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Apr. 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 14 May. 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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