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
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As fans of her street style probably know, the model’s affinity for oversize outerwear is well documented.
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Chelsey Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 8 Sep. 2023
Carlson recommends paying special attention to the outerwear, flower vase, game sets, and children’s clothing.
—Jake Smith, Glamour, 7 Sep. 2023
Voluminous outerwear shows off neutral hues in new proportions.
—Johnny Dufort Jane How, New York Times, 15 Aug. 2023
Tardis-like with space enough for ski boots, helmet, and a week’s worth of outerwear and evening clothes, the extra-wide straps help distribute the weight more evenly than other bags he’s tested.
—Parker Hall, WIRED, 29 June 2023
The collection, which is available now, features a new version of the NITRO shoe, a lightweight athletic trainer with a chunky sole, as well as sports bras, leggings and outerwear, all in the geometric and abstract prints that Lemlem has come to be known for.
—Frances Solá-Santiago, refinery29.com, 25 Aug. 2023
From unfussy knits to streamlined outerwear, the brand offers staples that’ll last the long haul.
—Barry Samaha, Robb Report, 24 Aug. 2023
Best Deals on Uniforms If your child has to wear a uniform to school, The Children’s Place has a dedicated uniform category with tons of options from shoes, outerwear, and clothes, to keep your kids well-dressed while meeting school regulations.
—Dorian Smith-Garcia, Parents, 25 July 2023
Think outerwear like fall jackets and blazers, crisp button-downs, and sweater dresses, plus their buttery soft pajamas that Glamour editors say are some of the most comfy in the world (really).
—Jake Smith, Glamour, 22 Aug. 2023
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Chelsey Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 8 Sep. 2023
Carlson recommends paying special attention to the outerwear, flower vase, game sets, and children’s clothing.
—Jake Smith, Glamour, 7 Sep. 2023
Voluminous outerwear shows off neutral hues in new proportions.
—Johnny Dufort Jane How, New York Times, 15 Aug. 2023
Tardis-like with space enough for ski boots, helmet, and a week’s worth of outerwear and evening clothes, the extra-wide straps help distribute the weight more evenly than other bags he’s tested.
—Parker Hall, WIRED, 29 June 2023
The collection, which is available now, features a new version of the NITRO shoe, a lightweight athletic trainer with a chunky sole, as well as sports bras, leggings and outerwear, all in the geometric and abstract prints that Lemlem has come to be known for.
—Frances Solá-Santiago, refinery29.com, 25 Aug. 2023
From unfussy knits to streamlined outerwear, the brand offers staples that’ll last the long haul.
—Barry Samaha, Robb Report, 24 Aug. 2023
Best Deals on Uniforms If your child has to wear a uniform to school, The Children’s Place has a dedicated uniform category with tons of options from shoes, outerwear, and clothes, to keep your kids well-dressed while meeting school regulations.
—Dorian Smith-Garcia, Parents, 25 July 2023
Think outerwear like fall jackets and blazers, crisp button-downs, and sweater dresses, plus their buttery soft pajamas that Glamour editors say are some of the most comfy in the world (really).
—Jake Smith, Glamour, 22 Aug. 2023
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First Known Use
1883, in the meaning defined at sense 2
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“Outerwear.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/outerwear. Accessed 28 Sep. 2023.
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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
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