bodysuit

noun

body·​suit ˈbä-dē-ˌsüt 

plural bodysuits

1

: a close-fitting one-piece garment for the torso often with sleeves

… a bodysuit … of Italian-made jersey or knit. It has long sleeves, pulls on over the head, fits snugly and fastens with snaps at the crotch. This serves to replace a conventional sweater or blouse.

—Carrie Donovan

2

: a usually close-fitting one-piece garment that covers most or all of the body

Some of the top-selling costumes this year at the Spirit Halloween store in River Park are off the beaten path. Brightly colored bodysuits that cover the wearer from head to toe, including hands and feet, are popular sellers for adults.

—Fresno (California) Bee

Examples of bodysuit in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The jeans’ gap-proof waistband, stomach-smoothing technology, high-rise fit perfect for layering over bodysuits, and chic black hue. —Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 21 Oct. 2025

The all-black ensemble covered her entire body and featured a long-sleeve turtleneck bodysuit under an oversized T-shirt dress, a pleated train, jersey boots and matching gloves. —Ariana Quihuiz, PEOPLE, 21 Oct. 2025

This look is all about comfort, from the effortlessly chic Dokotoo Oversized Denim Jacket—another piece great for layering in cold weather over flannel or a knit bodysuit—to the super-comfortable Stq Quilted Sneakers, which feel like walking on clouds. —Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 18 Oct. 2025

Start with a relaxed-fit suit, then add a slim-fit turtleneck or bodysuit in mocha underneath. —Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 17 Oct. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1963, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for bodysuit

• absolute
• arrowroot
• attribute
• bitterroot
• constitute
• convolute
• destitute
• disrepute
• dissolute
• execute
• institute
• involute