outerwear

noun

Definition of outerwearnext
as in sportswear

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Recent Examples of outerwear As advances in product innovation have led consumers to expect lighter, more comfortable footwear, Wrangler is seeing that same demand make its way into outerwear and apparel. — Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 14 July 2026 Layers for Unpredictable Weather One of the biggest mistakes Ali sees from guests is packing too much heavy, bulky outerwear. — Kristin Braswell, Travel + Leisure, 12 July 2026 Balenciaga took to the gym for pre-fall; a perfect backdrop to capture our ongoing love affair with technical outerwear. — Rosie Jarman, Vogue, 10 July 2026 Factor in the cinchable hood and flip-up reflective cuffs, and this will be the most functional item in your outerwear collection. — Sarah Scott, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for outerwear
Recent Examples of Synonyms for outerwear
  1. sportswear
  2. activewear
  3. loungewear
  4. underwear
  5. couture
  6. sleepwear
  7. tailoring
Noun
  • Although German sportswear brand Puma reported a slip in sales in the second quarter, the company’s bosses remain optimistic that their plan to bring the brand back to growth by 2027 is on the right track.
    — Cathrin Schaer, Footwear News, 31 July 2026
  • The German sportswear giant said revenue is now expected to grow between 9% and 10% in 2026, coming off a particularly strong quarter of 13% sales growth boosted by the World Cup and retro lines.
    — Sarah Min,Hugh Leask,Justina Lee,Tanaya Macheel, CNBC, 29 July 2026
Definition of sportswear
Noun
  • Throw it on over your activewear after a workout or style the white version with your favorite Bermuda shorts and jelly sandals ahead of a family barbecue.
    — Essence Wiley, InStyle, 8 Aug. 2026
  • This convenient option has a whopping 15 compartments and a 44-pound weight capacity — ideal for storing bags, activewear, or small accessories.
    — Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of activewear
Noun
  • Nguyen is based in Los Angeles and reports to Kardashian and Grede, who started the brand in 2019 by reimagining women’s underwear, loungewear and shapewear.
    — Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 27 July 2026
  • Loungewear doesn’t have to look like loungewear, and this matching set is proof.
    — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 26 July 2026
Definition of loungewear
Noun
  • Less than two hours later, witnesses reported seeing the 12-year-old boy, wearing only his underwear, running near traffic.
    — Larry Seward, CBS News, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Charli contrasts going without underwear in the past with now largely wearing trousers.
    — Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 31 July 2026
Definition of underwear
Noun
  • Fendi’s centenary Following Lagerfeld’s death in 2019, English fashion designer Kim Jones was appointed artistic director of couture and womenswear in 2020.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Franchise-wise, Armani Beauty has Privè, with unisex couture fragrances; Giorgio Armani, which is premium, and Emporio Armani, embodying the brand’s younger, urban facet.
    — Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of couture
Noun
  • Halle Berry is putting an NSFW twist on sleepwear amid her romantic tropical getaway with fiancé Van Hunt.
    — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 29 July 2026
  • Dreamwear, which makes Hanky Panky’s sleepwear and loungewear, has been licensed to manufacture Cosabella’s sleepwear and loungewear for retail distribution.
    — Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 24 July 2026
Definition of sleepwear
Noun
  • In 2013, Aflalo started designing and manufacturing clothes along with tailoring, and began selling them through a website.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Rivay’s bread and butter is making more rugged, casual takes on classic tailoring that are no less wearable.
    — Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of tailoring

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“Outerwear.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outerwear. Accessed 8 Aug. 2026.

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