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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Some brands are imbuing the ballet flat with sporty elements to boost appeal for the menswear customer. Jack Stanley, Vogue, 31 Mar. 2026 It's inspired by the designer's affinity for quality materials, vintage menswear and denim, as well as her life as 40-something mother of two. Sam Reed, Glamour, 30 Mar. 2026 Sportswear giant Anta launched its first US store in February, while Urban Revivo opened in New York and London last year; other brands were on display at Milan menswear shows and at Paris Fashion Week. Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 25 Mar. 2026 They are joined by leading brands such as Loro Piana, Boucheron, Delvaux and Louis Vuitton menswear. Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 25 Mar. 2026 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 2 Apr. 2026.

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menswear

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

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