outerwear

noun

out·​er·​wear ˈau̇-tər-ˌwer How to pronounce outerwear (audio)
1
: clothing for outdoor wear
2
: outer clothing as opposed to underwear

Examples of outerwear in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Since major advancements have been made in waterproof and windproof materials since the early days—two world wars resulted in innovations like gabardines, nylons, polyesters, and waxed cottons—windbreakers have become some of the lightest varieties of outerwear. Isaiah Freeman-Schub, Robb Report, 26 Feb. 2024 Athletes’ board, outerwear and energy drink sponsors also supplement their training and competition expenses, as does the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee (USOPC). Michelle Bruton, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2024 This is an especially great option in winter when shoulder bags tend to slide off due to bulky outerwear like puffer jackets. Erika Reals, Peoplemag, 21 Feb. 2024 Asymmetric skirts complete with industrial pockets, plaid print, or tweed-looking patterns were paired with broad-collar outerwear of different varieties. Cierra Black, Essence, 14 Feb. 2024 The Fashion Island store will be opposite Bloomingdale’s, carrying the brand’s full lineup of jackets and denim, outerwear, dresses, tops, skirts, footwear and accessories. Samantha Gowen, Orange County Register, 5 Feb. 2024 Lynch upcycled outerwear from the past collections by the Italian sportswear label, reimagining silhouettes and adding layers of knitwear. Fiona Sinclair Scott, CNN, 21 Feb. 2024 Rock decided to go even deeper into his vintage heel status by reprising his $500 outerwear from his run in 1998-99. Alfred Konuwa, Forbes, 20 Feb. 2024 When the weather starts to warm up, forgo the outerwear and style it with a skirt and sandals. Isabel Garcia, Peoplemag, 6 Feb. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1883, in the meaning defined at sense 2

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The first known use of outerwear was in 1883

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Cite this Entry

“Outerwear.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/outerwear. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

outerwear

noun
out·​er·​wear ˈau̇t-ər-ˌwa(ə)r How to pronounce outerwear (audio)
-ˌwe(ə)r
1
: clothing for outdoor wear
2
: outer clothing as opposed to underwear

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