menswear

noun

mens·​wear ˈmenz-ˌwer How to pronounce menswear (audio)
: clothing for men

Examples of menswear in a Sentence

The store sells an extensive line of menswear. He works in the menswear department.
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The shoe brand owned by former Wall Street executive Brady Perrigo since 2020 had begun teasing a few pieces for key customers last year and the strong response prompted him to introduce a full menswear collection for fall. Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 31 Oct. 2025 The Skirt-Pant Hybrid One proposition that stayed with me from Julian’s menswear debut was the combination of sarongs knotted over trousers—I’d say this skirt-pant hybrid is the womenswear equivalent of that idea. Talia Abbas, Vogue, 31 Oct. 2025 He was selected to walk in Dolce & Gabbana's spring 2018 show in Milan, showcasing the luxury Italian house's menswear collection. Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 27 Oct. 2025 Her label, traditionally focused on menswear, is celebrated for its signature design style. Mecca Pryor, Essence, 23 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for menswear

Word History

First Known Use

1783, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of menswear was in 1783

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“Menswear.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/menswear. Accessed 5 Nov. 2025.

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menswear

noun
mens·​wear ˈmenz-ˌwer How to pronounce menswear (audio)
: clothing for men

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