: consisting of or made in a single undivided piece
a one-piece bathing suit
one-piece noun

Examples of one-piece in a Sentence

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The backless, one-piece design featured delicate criss-cross straps across the shoulders and a lace bodice with a floral pattern. Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 1 Aug. 2026 The former athlete turned model did some Baywatch promotion on Tuesday on social media with an announcement in the iconic red one-piece. Sean Joseph Outkick, FOXNews.com, 29 July 2026 The one-piece swimsuit is thoughtfully designed with adjustable straps, ruching throughout the midsection that creates a smoothing effect, and full-coverage bottoms, which feel like a rarity in swimwear these days. Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 29 July 2026 Simply pair it with a minimalist look—an oversized shirt, a one-piece swimsuit, a maxi linen shirt, or a simple white top—to instantly achieve that contemporary Riviera vibe that’s taking the summer 2026 collections by storm. Selene Oliva, Glamour, 18 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for one-piece

Word History

First Known Use

1880, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of one-piece was in 1880

Cite this Entry

“One-piece.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/one-piece. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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