: a sports and play outfit for women or children that consists usually of a blouse and shorts
Examples of playsuit in a Sentence
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In her latest ’fit, the Dune star rocks a lot of polka dots in a romper (playsuit?
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Elizabeth Logan, Glamour, 4 Oct. 2023
There was little print, save for the old GG monogram brought back on playsuits and a patent leather mini A-line tank dress.
—Vanessa Friedman, New York Times, 23 Sep. 2023
For one, Lively lets the skintight playsuit do all the work by keeping tailoring to a minimum.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 11 Sep. 2023
Due to Harvey’s distinct eye and taste, the pieces have an elevated element to them with one-shoulder silhouettes, bandeau tops, wrap bikinis, supportive t-shirt tops, playsuits, and skirts.
—Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 9 Aug. 2023
Teen girls will love the flair of this Mattel-minded playsuit.
—Jasmine Gomez, Women's Health, 9 Aug. 2023
Intricate touches, such as a gold chain around the waist of a plunging one-piece or a playsuit featuring an alluring back cutout, distinctly reflect Harvey’s commitment to both quality and inclusivity within her collection.
—Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 9 Aug. 2023
There are also one-pieces in one-shoulder, deep-V and playsuit designs and minimalist sarongs to complete the resort-ready looks.
—Danielle Directo-Meston, The Hollywood Reporter, 8 Aug. 2023
In addition to the roster of one-pieces and bikinis, there is also a coverup skirt with a jaw-dropping slit to style over each swimsuit as well as a playsuit that could easily be worn on its own during casual moments with tube socks and your favorite sneakers.
—Alexis Bennett, Vogue, 8 Aug. 2023
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Elizabeth Logan, Glamour, 4 Oct. 2023
There was little print, save for the old GG monogram brought back on playsuits and a patent leather mini A-line tank dress.
—Vanessa Friedman, New York Times, 23 Sep. 2023
For one, Lively lets the skintight playsuit do all the work by keeping tailoring to a minimum.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 11 Sep. 2023
Due to Harvey’s distinct eye and taste, the pieces have an elevated element to them with one-shoulder silhouettes, bandeau tops, wrap bikinis, supportive t-shirt tops, playsuits, and skirts.
—Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 9 Aug. 2023
Teen girls will love the flair of this Mattel-minded playsuit.
—Jasmine Gomez, Women's Health, 9 Aug. 2023
Intricate touches, such as a gold chain around the waist of a plunging one-piece or a playsuit featuring an alluring back cutout, distinctly reflect Harvey’s commitment to both quality and inclusivity within her collection.
—Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 9 Aug. 2023
There are also one-pieces in one-shoulder, deep-V and playsuit designs and minimalist sarongs to complete the resort-ready looks.
—Danielle Directo-Meston, The Hollywood Reporter, 8 Aug. 2023
In addition to the roster of one-pieces and bikinis, there is also a coverup skirt with a jaw-dropping slit to style over each swimsuit as well as a playsuit that could easily be worn on its own during casual moments with tube socks and your favorite sneakers.
—Alexis Bennett, Vogue, 8 Aug. 2023
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Word History
First Known Use
1876, in the meaning defined above
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“Playsuit.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/playsuit. Accessed 1 Dec. 2023.
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