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outerwear

noun

Definition of outerwearnext
as in sportswear

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Recent Examples of outerwear For the La Ligne founders, the outerwear is where enthusiasm runs especially high. — Angela Tafoya, Vogue, 9 Sep. 2026 No airport outfit is complete without cozy outerwear, like this chunky cardigan and oversized bomber jacket. — Alyssa Morin, InStyle, 5 Sep. 2026 Designers are making the claim that the humble sweater, long relegated to serving as a convenient layer beneath tailoring and outerwear, can also be the main attraction. — Jon Roth, Robb Report, 5 Sep. 2026 Glamour also revealed that Andrews’ coat is the Fox Jacket by outerwear brand Auter, founded by designer Rob Zangardi. — Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 3 Sep. 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
  • Eleven years after ending its association with Nike, the University of Miami is once again going into business with the world’s highest-grossing sportswear and apparel giant.
    — Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 16 Sep. 2026
  • Clark’s Caitlin 1 also introduces a new Opticast upper, which required the sportswear manufacturer to develop a new technology rather than use one of its preexisting creations.
    — Riley Jones, Footwear News, 15 Sep. 2026
Definition of sportswear
Noun
  • Underwear, socks, T-shirts, tank tops and activewear should all go in after every wear.
    — Ryan Brennan, Sacbee.com, 17 Sep. 2026
  • This belt bag from Pander looks strikingly similar to a more expensive activewear brand’s.
    — Annie Blackman, InStyle, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of activewear
Noun
  • From loungewear essentials like yoga pants and sweats to dressier picks like long-sleeve dresses and maxi skirts, there’s something on sale for everyone.
    — Mia Huelsbeck, PEOPLE, 5 Sep. 2026
  • The minimalist shape pairs well with jeans, loungewear, and even dresses.
    — Kaitlin Gates, Travel + Leisure, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of loungewear
Noun
  • On Christmas Day 2009, a passenger on Northwest Airlines Flight 253 tried to detonate explosives hidden in his underwear as the plane approached Detroit.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 8 Sep. 2026
  • The measuring device is a small disc that snaps into the back of a person’s underwear.
    — Taylor Nicioli, CNN Money, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of underwear
Noun
  • With her Elie Saab spring 2004 couture dress, Reinhart joined a growing number of stars turning to the ’90s and early aughts runways for inspiration.
    — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 18 Sep. 2026
Definition of couture
Noun
  • Billed as Palm Beach’s oldest shop (since 1928), Kassatly’s is an emporium for fine linens, luxurious sleepwear, and classic cashmere.
    — Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 4 Sep. 2026
  • While room temperature, bedding and sleepwear all play a part, the mattress beneath you can also affect how much heat builds up around your body.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of sleepwear
Noun
  • Paul Stuart has long been known for its soft-shoulder look in tailoring and is believed to have been the first American retailer to bring side vents to the States, as well as the three-button suit.
    — Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2026
  • Designers are making the claim that the humble sweater, long relegated to serving as a convenient layer beneath tailoring and outerwear, can also be the main attraction.
    — Jon Roth, Robb Report, 5 Sep. 2026
Definition of tailoring

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“Outerwear.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outerwear. Accessed 20 Sep. 2026.

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