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 exhibition has been organized by theme, and looks at the designers’ embrace of provocation; menswear and tailoring; historical costume, and the female body. Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 1 July 2025 In a press, Dior defined its newest menswear collection through the lens of one central noun: joy. Elizabeth Grace Coyne, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025 On the last day of menswear fashion week, Jacquemus, led by Simon Porte Jacquemus, hosted its closing duties. Alice Pfeiffer, CNN Money, 1 July 2025 Virgil [Abloh] represented a really important moment for menswear. Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 30 June 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 6 Jul. 2025.

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menswear

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

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