playsuit

noun

play·​suit ˈplā-ˌsüt How to pronounce playsuit (audio)
: a sports and play outfit for women or children that consists usually of a blouse and shorts

Examples of playsuit in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web These are the same people buying Louis Vuitton’s Meli-Melo Gold playsuit for $1,270 in a size 3 months. Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal, Parents, 14 Nov. 2023 In her latest ’fit, the Dune star rocks a lot of polka dots in a romper (playsuit? 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

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Word History

First Known Use

1876, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of playsuit was in 1876

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Cite this Entry

“Playsuit.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/playsuit. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

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