swimsuit

noun

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

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Each swimsuit style is breathable, chlorine-resistant for durability and provides UPF 50-plus sun protection. Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 11 Feb. 2026 Fast-forward to this past week, when Mahomes joined his wife at the Sports Illustrated swimsuit party. Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 10 Feb. 2026 Bring your swimsuit and a pair of sandals; the team provides the rest. Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2026 This Pepsi ad featuring Cindy Crawford stepping out of a red Lamborghini in a white swimsuit was an instant classic. Vogue, 8 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for swimsuit

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First Known Use

1926, in the meaning defined above

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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 14 Feb. 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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