menswear

noun

mens·​wear ˈmenz-ˌwer How to pronounce menswear (audio)
Synonyms of menswearnext
: 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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Brent Pankhurst’s approach to self-care is as well-tailored as a bespoke suit—something underlined by his flagship location, ensconced in menswear brand Thom Sweeney’s London townhouse. Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 20 Dec. 2025 The Bowery store of Japanese streetwear brand Vowels may look like other downtown menswear boutiques — spare, industrial, with minimalist displays and raw concrete everywhere. Emma Orlow, Curbed, 19 Dec. 2025 Kyle is telling all of this in her new confessional look featuring a menswear blazer, a feminine version of a men’s tie, and a light wave in her hair. Brian Moylan, Vulture, 19 Dec. 2025 Grace Wales Bonner, who was appointed creative director of menswear at Hermès in October, will continue her namesake brand alongside her Hermès role, but her label is skipping Paris Men’s Week this season. Laure Guilbault, Vogue, 18 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for menswear

Word History

First Known Use

1783, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 24 Dec. 2025.

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menswear

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

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