sportswear
noun
sports·wear
ˈspȯrts-ˌwer 
1
: clothing designed for casual or informal wear
… American designer Claire McCardell, one of the pioneers, in the 1940's, of the casual school of fashion known as sportswear, … established that she would never make a dress without pockets—women needed a place to put their hands, she said.—
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Bernadine MorrisIsaia has moved quickly to pivot its in-house production, supplementing flamboyant suiting with casual sportswear and all the pieces a man needs to dress down his suits and sport coats.—Robb Report
Robb ReportMix-and-match monochrome is the latest trend in sportswear separates …—Dana Dickey
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: clothing designed to be worn for sports or fitness training
… showed off her incredible abs as she poses in the gym wearing sportswear.—James Brinsford
James Brinsford… the Boston-based sportswear brand unveiled tennis star Coco Gauff's new signature tennis shoe …—Victor Deng
Victor DengFootball sportswear refers to specially designed sportswear products that offer enhanced physical movement and comfort to the players. They include a wide range of products, consisting of jerseys, pants, shorts, socks, and shoes, that are utilized by athletes for training and playing purposes.—ResearchAndMarkets.com
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In 2023, the beauty mogul entered a global partnership with Fila, collaborating with the brand to create their signature sportswear collections.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 14 Feb. 2026
Eddie Bauer files for bankruptcy The outdoor sportswear chain plans to sell about 200 stores across the US and Canada due to declining sales and supply chain challenges.
—Alexandra Banner, CNN Money, 10 Feb. 2026
Bagsmart Expandable Tote Bag If preppy-style sportswear extends to your accessories, this tote bag fits right in.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2026
Like in recent Games past, this year’s team kits feel less like standard-issue sportswear and more like chic cultural statements.
—Christina Pérez, Vogue, 3 Feb. 2026
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Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 14 Feb. 2026
Eddie Bauer files for bankruptcy The outdoor sportswear chain plans to sell about 200 stores across the US and Canada due to declining sales and supply chain challenges.
—Alexandra Banner, CNN Money, 10 Feb. 2026
Bagsmart Expandable Tote Bag If preppy-style sportswear extends to your accessories, this tote bag fits right in.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2026
Like in recent Games past, this year’s team kits feel less like standard-issue sportswear and more like chic cultural statements.
—Christina Pérez, Vogue, 3 Feb. 2026
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“Sportswear.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sportswear. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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sportswear
noun
sports·wear
ˈspō(ə)rt-ˌswa(ə)r
ˈspȯ(ə)rt-,
-ˌswe(ə)r
: clothes suitable for sports or for casual or informal wear
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