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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Angelina Jolie brought her daughter Vivienne to see Kristen Bell perform in Reefer Madness, and the two coordinated in stylish menswear. Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 14 Nov. 2025 Burton, who received the WWD Honor for Womenswear Designer of the Year, has presented two women’s ready-to-wear collections for Givenchy, but has yet to show menswear. Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 13 Nov. 2025 Founded initially as a shapewear brand emphasizing body positivity and inclusive sizing from XXS to 5XL, Skims has since expanded into loungewear, swimwear, and menswear. Preston Fore, Fortune, 12 Nov. 2025 This marks Pharrell’s latest win in a standout year — from curating the Louis Vuitton menswear line to redefining sneaker culture with one of Adidas’ most visually daring designs. Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 10 Nov. 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 23 Nov. 2025.

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menswear

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

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