swimsuit

noun

swim·​suit ˈswim-ˌsüt How to pronounce swimsuit (audio)
: a suit for swimming or bathing

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This button‑down easily layers over swimsuits, tanks, or dresses for any sunny escape. Paris Wilson, Travel + Leisure, 15 May 2026 The sale includes linen pants, one-piece swimsuits, home décor, and those adorable novelty kitchen finds Anthropologie does so well. Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 15 May 2026 Pareos from Loewe and Faithfull the Brand are also perfect for poolside-to-pavement dressing–no swimsuit required. Laura Jackson, Vogue, 14 May 2026 For her shoot, Carthen posed in a striking black one-piece swimsuit featuring cutouts and silver hardware detailing along the straps at her hips. Mecca Pryor, Essence, 13 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for swimsuit

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First Known Use

1926, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of swimsuit was in 1926

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“Swimsuit.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/swimsuit. Accessed 18 May. 2026.

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swimsuit

noun
swim·​suit ˈswim-ˌsüt How to pronounce swimsuit (audio)
: a suit for swimming or bathing

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