outerwear

noun

out·​er·​wear ˈau̇-tər-ˌwer 

1

: clothing for outdoor wear

2

: outer clothing as opposed to underwear

Examples of outerwear in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

All inspired by Rise & Fall’s signature knitwear and outerwear, the designs recast the language of clothing in sculptural forms, bringing together the softness of textiles and the presence of jewelry. — Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2026

How designers are reworking the classic liner Contemporary labels are reworking traditional military liners into standalone outerwear rather than treating them solely as removable inserts. — Ashley Lynch, Miami Herald, 14 Oct. 2026

Modular outerwear takes it further, pairing jackets and liner vests built to be worn separately or layered together. — Ashley Lynch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Oct. 2026

The new Christy Sports outlet in Littleton offers retail equipment, outerwear, and accessories, with some items discounted by up to 50%. — Callie Zanandrie, CBS News, 12 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1883, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Rhymes for outerwear

• aftercare
• anywhere
• billionaire
• chinaware
• debonair
• dinnerware
• disrepair
• doctrinaire
• earthenware
• everywhere
• frigidaire
• kitchenware

Kids Definition

outerwear

noun

out·​er·​wear ˈau̇t-ər-ˌwa(ə)r 

-ˌwe(ə)r

1

: clothing for outdoor wear

2

: outer clothing as opposed to underwear