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as in costumes
clothing chosen as appropriate for a specific situation
the restaurant provides its waitstaff with themed outfits do you want to buy a new outfit for the Halloween party?
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as in companies
a commercial or industrial activity or organization
they're an outfit specializing in travel tours for senior citizens
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as in teams
a group of people working together on a task
the whole outfit quit early for lunch
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as in supplies
to provide (someone) with what is needed for a task or activity
outfitted the scuba instructors handsomely with all new gear
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Recent Examples of outfits
Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 4 Oct. 2025
In choosing the former economic security minister as its leader, the Liberal Democratic Party is essentially betting on a swing back to the right to attract the younger voters who have flocked to smaller populist outfits, including the arch-conservative Sanseito party.
—Jessica Coacci, Fortune, 4 Oct. 2025
That translates into business at bars hosting release parties, customers buying new outfits for those parties and ticket sales at the movie theater.
—Ramishah Maruf, CNN Money, 4 Oct. 2025
Plus, the all-white color is easy to match with tons of outfits.
—Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 4 Oct. 2025
If yes, scroll onward for eight bomber jacket outfits to help get your wheels turning.
—Kelsey Stewart, Glamour, 3 Oct. 2025
The virtual complex is managed by Pedralonga Studios, a company encompassing various media entities in Galicia including local film and TV outfits and the University of Coruña.
—Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 3 Oct. 2025
Unwrap each item to find outfits, accessories, a mini clothing rack, holiday accessories, keychains, water bottles, pencils, pencil cases, charms, straw toppers, and stickers.
—Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 27 Sep. 2025
Shop our favorite wide-leg pants to pair with every top, cozy sweaters for fall outfits, and crossbody bags for stylish storage.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 26 Sep. 2025
Jim Cramer, CNBC, 28 Sep. 2025
Available in rich autumnal shades like olive and burgundy, the Kirundo cardigan has that rustic-chic appeal that ties outfits together effortlessly.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 22 Sep. 2025
After finding her niche in creating custom game day outfits for NFL fans — as well as the wives and girlfriends of athletes, including Taylor Swift and Brittany Mahomes — Kristin launched her own brand, Off Season, in January 2025.
—Rebecca Aizin, PEOPLE, 14 Sep. 2025
That video was the first of what has since expanded into an all-encompassing price breakdown content page, where Wilson tallies up pieces from everything from Bama Rush outfits to back-to-school hauls.
—Tabitha Parent, People.com, 25 Aug. 2025
Prep outfits the night before, or even for the entire week ahead if time allows.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 24 Aug. 2025
Review outfits before bed, not in the morning.
—Christine Michel Carter, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2025
International outfits such as Bad Nerves, Dead Poet Society and Wargasm join the lineup for their debut shows in the country, while local acts such as Civic, Inertia, Windwaker and Yours Truly also make up the lower end of the bill.
—Tyler Jenke, Billboard, 13 Aug. 2025
Noun
Jared Jewelers Bulova Phantom Watch A watch is both practical and fashionable, and this style adds a touch of sparkle to simple outfits.
—Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 4 Oct. 2025
In choosing the former economic security minister as its leader, the Liberal Democratic Party is essentially betting on a swing back to the right to attract the younger voters who have flocked to smaller populist outfits, including the arch-conservative Sanseito party.
—Jessica Coacci, Fortune, 4 Oct. 2025
That translates into business at bars hosting release parties, customers buying new outfits for those parties and ticket sales at the movie theater.
—Ramishah Maruf, CNN Money, 4 Oct. 2025
Plus, the all-white color is easy to match with tons of outfits.
—Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 4 Oct. 2025
If yes, scroll onward for eight bomber jacket outfits to help get your wheels turning.
—Kelsey Stewart, Glamour, 3 Oct. 2025
The virtual complex is managed by Pedralonga Studios, a company encompassing various media entities in Galicia including local film and TV outfits and the University of Coruña.
—Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 3 Oct. 2025
Unwrap each item to find outfits, accessories, a mini clothing rack, holiday accessories, keychains, water bottles, pencils, pencil cases, charms, straw toppers, and stickers.
—Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 27 Sep. 2025
Shop our favorite wide-leg pants to pair with every top, cozy sweaters for fall outfits, and crossbody bags for stylish storage.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 26 Sep. 2025
Verb
Our readers, who usually got to us via AOL, discovered outfits like E-Trade and started buying anything that even sounded like a dot-com stock.
—Jim Cramer, CNBC, 28 Sep. 2025
Available in rich autumnal shades like olive and burgundy, the Kirundo cardigan has that rustic-chic appeal that ties outfits together effortlessly.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 22 Sep. 2025
After finding her niche in creating custom game day outfits for NFL fans — as well as the wives and girlfriends of athletes, including Taylor Swift and Brittany Mahomes — Kristin launched her own brand, Off Season, in January 2025.
—Rebecca Aizin, PEOPLE, 14 Sep. 2025
That video was the first of what has since expanded into an all-encompassing price breakdown content page, where Wilson tallies up pieces from everything from Bama Rush outfits to back-to-school hauls.
—Tabitha Parent, People.com, 25 Aug. 2025
Prep outfits the night before, or even for the entire week ahead if time allows.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 24 Aug. 2025
Review outfits before bed, not in the morning.
—Christine Michel Carter, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2025
International outfits such as Bad Nerves, Dead Poet Society and Wargasm join the lineup for their debut shows in the country, while local acts such as Civic, Inertia, Windwaker and Yours Truly also make up the lower end of the bill.
—Tyler Jenke, Billboard, 13 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for outfits
Noun
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Retailers like Chewy, Amazon, and Walmart offer a wide variety of pet Halloween costumes.—
Kyley Warren,
USA Today,
4 Oct. 2025
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Spirit Halloween is a seasonal retailer selling Halloween costumes, accessories, decor and animatronics for all ages, per the company.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
3 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The new truck routes and restrictions are the result of study, coordination and collaboration between city officials, local residents, area small business owners and trucking companies, city officials said.—
Keith Matheny,
Freep.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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The plan is funded by insurance companies that do business in the state.—
Stephen Hobbs,
Sacbee.com,
3 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The Buffalo Bills are off to a great start this season with a 4-0 record and are one of just two remaining undefeated teams.—
Shaun McAvoy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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Like the Signature Slim Solar+ K980, there’s also an MX Master 4 for Business variant that offers compatibility with Logi Tune and Logitech Sync, two Logitech platforms designed to help IT teams monitor, manage, and optimize Logitech devices.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
30 Sep. 2025
Verb
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In college football, each team supplies the footballs for when its offense is on the field.—
David Ubben,
New York Times,
29 Sep. 2025
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The players were prepared to give Jones whatever emotional support was needed, just as Jones supplies that type of passion to the defense.—
Blair Kerkhoff,
Kansas City Star,
29 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The early declarations show several prominent lobbying firms meeting with city officials about extending the Marina Village lease, which expires in 2027.—
Jeff McDonald,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 Sep. 2025
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Electronic Arts climbed after the video-game maker confirmed rumors it would be taken private in what could become the largest-ever buyout funded by private-equity firms.—
Fortune,
Fortune,
29 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The initiative highlights how the war in Ukraine blurs the line between civilian tech and military hardware, as armies seek to field cost-effective solutions of industrial strain and battlefield urgency.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
1 Oct. 2025
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Recent history in places such as Afghanistan and Iraq suggests that insurgencies can wear down regular armies over time.—
Hussein Ibish,
The Atlantic,
1 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Williams’ background in urban planning and ecology also equips her to help clients restore the landscapes around their buildings, turning projects into regenerative spaces rather than scars on the land.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
3 Oct. 2025
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My team’s research suggests that mindfulness equips people with the psychological skills required to successfully change behavior.—
Masha Remskar,
The Conversation,
23 Sep. 2025
Noun
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There’s casual wear, sexy dresses, great fashion denim pieces, faux fur coats.—
David Moin,
Footwear News,
1 Oct. 2025
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Styled by Dani Michelle, the Rhode founder has shown a penchant for silky Tom Ford-era Gucci and buttery Saint Laurent blazers, clingy Mugler dresses and sweet Donna Karan sets.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
1 Oct. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Outfits.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outfits. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.
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