two-piece

1 of 2

adjective

: forming a clothing ensemble with matching top and bottom parts

two-piece

2 of 2

noun

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

Examples of two-piece in a Sentence

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Adjective
Starting off on the back of a white transportation van, Rae danced backstage in a sparkly purple trench coat with her backup dancers before taking it off to reveal a two-piece set in the same material. Arushi Jacob, Variety, 2 Feb. 2026 Since then, Fitch's two-piece white design has sat untouched, forgotten about. Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 14 Jan. 2026
Noun
This two-piece outfit delivers instant coziness, but it can also be dressed up with a few thoughtful pairings; add ballet flats and a jean jacket to run errands in style. Annie Blackman, InStyle, 13 Mar. 2026 If two-pieces are more your style, check out this bikini from Amazon-favorite brand Tempt Me. Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 11 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for two-piece

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

circa 1880, in the meaning defined above

Noun

1942, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of two-piece was circa 1880

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“Two-piece.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/two-piece. Accessed 16 Mar. 2026.

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