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jumpsuit

noun jump·suit \ ˈjəmp-ˌsüt \
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Definition of jumpsuit

1 : a one-piece garment consisting of a blouse or shirt with attached trousers or shorts
2 : a coverall worn by parachutists for jumping

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1944

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JUMPSUIT Defined for English Language Learners

jumpsuit

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Definition of jumpsuit for English Language Learners

  • : a piece of clothing that consists of a blouse or shirt with attached pants or shorts

JUMPSUIT Defined for Kids

jumpsuit

noun jump·suit \ ˈjəmp-ˌsüt \

Definition of jumpsuit for Students

: a one-piece garment consisting of a shirt with attached pants or shorts

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