: 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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The new collection includes solid-colored one-pieces, as well as a colorful array of triangular bikini tops or Brazilian-cut briefs, tied at the sides to show even more skin. Christian Allaire, Vogue, 21 Apr. 2026 The handles are comfortable and grippy even when wet, and the one-piece silicone construction makes cleanup straightforward. Jamie Thilman, Bon Appetit Magazine, 20 Apr. 2026 Feel stylish and confident heading into summer with the Holipick Ruched One-Piece Swimsuit for just $37 at Amazon, and be sure to check out more similar one-piece styles below. Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 10 Apr. 2026 If you’re headed to rural beaches or plan on hitting up an onsen, skip the string bikinis and Speedos and choose a more modest bathing suit like a tankini or one-piece. Elaina Verhoff, Travel + Leisure, 9 Apr. 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

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“One-piece.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/one-piece. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.

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