activewear

noun

ac·​tive·​wear ˈak-tiv-ˌwer How to pronounce activewear (audio)

Examples of activewear in a Sentence

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The activewear company opened its flagship Chicago store in Gold Coast earlier this month. Carrie Shepherd, Axios, 30 Oct. 2024 The Refinery29 reader-favorite retailer has a gift shop full of athleisure essentials, lounge styles, and activewear accessories, many of which are priced under $100. Victoria Montalti, refinery29.com, 29 Oct. 2024 Lululemon License to Train Classic-fit Long-sleeve Shirt $78 at Lululemon Leave it to iconic activewear brand Lululemon to make a sweat-wicking crewneck that’s great as a base layer, your go-to gym top, or even a casual option to pair with jeans for a day out and about. Kristine Solomon, Travel + Leisure, 19 Oct. 2024 Gender-neutral silhouettes, athleisure, and multi-functional garments that transition effortlessly between work, leisure, and activewear are key to SM Denim’s collection. Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 18 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for activewear 

Word History

Etymology

active entry 1 + -wear (as in sportswear, underwear)

First Known Use

1924, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of activewear was in 1924

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“Activewear.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/activewear. Accessed 23 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

activewear

noun
ac·​tive·​wear ˈak-tiv-ˌwa(ə)r How to pronounce activewear (audio)
-ˌwe(ə)r

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