suiting

noun

suit·​ing ˈsü-tiŋ How to pronounce suiting (audio)
Synonyms of suitingnext
1
: fabric for suits
2
: a suit of clothes

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Regardless of the style — from the most crisp of suiting separates to silky styles and even track shorts — Puskaric says the clear difference for shorts this season lies in the focus on polish. Lauren Fisher, Footwear News, 16 June 2026 The latter can ground everything from a vacation-ready dress to office suiting. Laura Jackson, Vogue, 11 June 2026 The wardrobe moved from bridal softness to sharp tailoring, with couture evening wear, tuxedos, bespoke suiting, ready-to-wear, jewelry and accessories giving the night the feel of a private salon rather than a conventional runway. Noel Burgess, Forbes.com, 10 June 2026 From smart, snazzy suiting for the office to feline frocks for date night and silk jacquard florals that melt into fringe for grander affairs, Burton has imagined a wardrobe that will meet the pragmatic needs of the wearer while also acknowledging the complexity of their lives. Kevin Huynh, InStyle, 12 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for suiting

Word History

First Known Use

1863, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of suiting was in 1863

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“Suiting.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/suiting. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.

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