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sportswear

noun

Definition of sportswearnext
as in outerwear

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Recent Examples of sportswear Adidas The German sportswear giant carried a halo from this summer’s World Cup, serving as an official FIFA sponsor and the outfitter for both finalists, Spain and Argentina. — Sara Germano, Sportico.com, 25 Aug. 2026 But the German sportswear company was not alone in leaving a commercial mark on the tournament. — Dan Sheldon, New York Times, 12 Aug. 2026 The sportswear company also reduced its full year revenue guidance. — Fred Imbert,darla Mercado, Cfp®, CNBC, 11 Aug. 2026 Minimalist-chic sportswear brand Jacques is responsible for these compression shorts made from 4-way stretch with a dual-layer shell liner. — Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 10 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for sportswear
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sportswear
  1. outerwear
  2. activewear
  3. loungewear
  4. couture
  5. underwear
  6. tailoring
  7. sleepwear
  8. menswear
Noun
  • The rundown by Coveteur of fall 2026 outerwear trends also flags military jackets, shrunken lapels, capes and silk jackets as looks worth watching.
    — Lauren Schuster, Charlotte Observer, 21 Sep. 2026
  • The funnel neck coat surfaces across the outerwear spectrum this fall.
    — Lauren Schuster, Kansas City Star, 21 Sep. 2026
Definition of outerwear
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
  • But by definition, a nightgown is only meant for sleep and loungewear.
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 18 Sep. 2026
  • The wide-leg shape keeps things polished, while the stretchy fabric and elastic waistband feel more like loungewear.
    — Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 14 Sep. 2026
Definition of loungewear
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
  • Guests flitted around, in and out of racks filled with Skims’s big apparel and underwear hitters, and making use of the Skims photobooth.
    — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 20 Sep. 2026
  • Like her shoes and underwear, Larsson’s gloves were also custom-made just for her.
    — Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 20 Sep. 2026
Definition of underwear
Noun
  • Her work combined British tailoring and historical references with deliberately confrontational elements, enthusiasts say.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 19 Sep. 2026
  • The edits focus on key seasonal themes including maximalist looks, statement tailoring, elevated layering and modern takes on heritage pieces.
    — Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 19 Sep. 2026
Definition of tailoring
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
  • There is also menswear, which was the main business when the brand first launched.
    — Kathy Lee, Footwear News, 16 Sep. 2026
  • The historic womenswear site will be merged with the existing menswear boutique via an underground tunnel the company is tantalizingly calling the Passaggio Segreto, or Secret Passage.
    — Luke Leitch, Vogue, 15 Sep. 2026
Definition of menswear

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“Sportswear.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sportswear. Accessed 24 Sep. 2026.

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