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

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Now, the brand has grown far beyond denim to include leather, outerwear, silks, knits, footwear, swimwear and accessories. Nadja Sayej, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024 Everlane has major discounts on long-lasting outerwear like the Wool Topcoat, which is 50 percent off and pairs with any winter outfit. Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 26 Dec. 2024 Klum paired her head-turning look with black jeans and platform boots, a black beanie and a pair of blue sunglasses, letting her outerwear do all the talking. Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 24 Dec. 2024 Choosing a neutral-colored coat also helps make your outerwear be fit to wear for many occasions. Andrea Bossi, Essence, 17 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for outerwear 

Word History

First Known Use

1883, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Time Traveler
The first known use of outerwear was in 1883

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“Outerwear.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/outerwear. Accessed 5 Jan. 2025.

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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