overshirt
noun
over·shirt
ˈō-vər-ˌshərt 
: a shirt usually worn over another shirt without being tucked in
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The Elite Collection, developed in partnership with TMG in Portugal, offers premium woven fabrics designed for overshirts, jackets, and outerwear.
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Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 12 Nov. 2025
Donegal sweaters made from merino wool from Ireland, herringbone sack suits, plaid cashmere CPO overshirts and pinstripe Oxford shirts complement the graphic Ts, classic hoodies and five-pocket jeans.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 27 Oct. 2025
Teammate Patrick Mahomes stayed cozy on a cool fall day in matching corduroy overshirt and pants that conjured the ‘70s.
—Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 19 Oct. 2025
For classic sophistication, layer it under a full suit and coat; for a more directional take, pair it with denim and an overshirt.
—Minty Mellon, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2025
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Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 12 Nov. 2025
Donegal sweaters made from merino wool from Ireland, herringbone sack suits, plaid cashmere CPO overshirts and pinstripe Oxford shirts complement the graphic Ts, classic hoodies and five-pocket jeans.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 27 Oct. 2025
Teammate Patrick Mahomes stayed cozy on a cool fall day in matching corduroy overshirt and pants that conjured the ‘70s.
—Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 19 Oct. 2025
For classic sophistication, layer it under a full suit and coat; for a more directional take, pair it with denim and an overshirt.
—Minty Mellon, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for overshirt
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“Overshirt.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/overshirt. Accessed 7 Dec. 2025.
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