two-piece

1 of 2

adjective

ˈtü-ˈpēs 

: forming a clothing ensemble with matching top and bottom parts

two-piece

2 of 2

noun

ˈtü-ˌpēs 

: a garment (such as a bathing suit) that is two-piece

Examples of two-piece in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

The introduction of more breathable fabrics and styles for the typically two-piece white garments is key, especially for those who struggle to wear them for medical reasons or live in warm climates. —Holly Meyer, Fortune, 29 Oct. 2025

In September that year, Schiff wore a black organza two-piece Valentino set to an event attended by Jackie Kennedy, who then requested a private viewing of the collection. —Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 28 Oct. 2025

Noun

In the clip, Trainor, 29, could be seen wearing a sparkly two-piece ensemble that exposed her midriff and accentuated her growing baby bump. —Nicholas Rice, Peoplemag, 3 Mar. 2023

Related Story Kim K Brought Back This Early 2000s Trend Kim attend Dolce and Gabbana's spring 2023 show during Milan Fashion Week wearing a dazzling red vintage Dolce and Gabbana dress from 1994 that was transformed into a two-piece co-ord set. —Jasmine Washington, Seventeen, 2 Mar. 2023

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

circa 1880, in the meaning defined above

Noun

1942, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for two-piece

• apiece
• aris
• assise
• caprice
• cerise
• decease
• decrease
• eyepiece
• facepiece
• handpiece
• headpiece
• increase