shirting

noun

shirt·​ing ˈshər-tiŋ How to pronounce shirting (audio)
: fabric suitable for shirts

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Naturally, some of our favorites just happen to be in the women’s designer sale section, including Proenza Schouler shirting, Agolde denim, Adidas x Wales Bonner sneakers, and Mulberry handbags. Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 20 Aug. 2025 The custom and wholesale shirting supplier hasn’t been able to raise prices despite crippling increases to overhead costs (due predominantly to tariffs), along with compounding logistical challenges. Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 14 Aug. 2025 And Chambray Denim, a fabric traditionally used for denim shirting, made fresh through its use on feminine silhouettes. Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 4 Aug. 2025 Fair shirtings, perhaps even English, on her man as well. Guy Martin, Forbes.com, 12 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for shirting

Word History

First Known Use

1604, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of shirting was in 1604

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“Shirting.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shirting. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.

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