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

Examples of one-piece in a Sentence

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Minimalists will find the perfect black one-piece from Onia, on sale, here. Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 9 July 2025 Opting for a two-piece swimsuit in favor of a one-piece could also reduce your chances of getting stung. Evan Moore july 8, Charlotte Observer, 8 July 2025 At one point, she was accompanied by Jane Seymour, who, like Graham, proudly flaunted her youthful figure in a baby blue and coral one-piece. Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 5 July 2025 Along with its signature square-neck one-piece swimsuit that captures that 80s and ‘90s throwback appeal, the brand also offers long-sleeve suits for extra sun coverage. Footwear News, 3 July 2025 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

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“One-piece.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/one-piece. Accessed 12 Jul. 2025.

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