overshirt

noun

over·​shirt ˈō-vər-ˌshərt How to pronounce overshirt (audio)
: a shirt usually worn over another shirt without being tucked in

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The men’s assortment is larger, spanning a Western denim button-down shirt, ripped bootcut jeans and a faux suede jackets to overshirts, hoodies and tees. Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 7 Oct. 2024 Made from high-quality synthetic leather, this overshirt will take a classic jeans-and-a-tee outfit to the next level. Emma Guillen, People.com, 6 Oct. 2024 Style it in the last few days of summer with a flip-flop, or with a a denim overshirt and a warm winter coat when temperatures turn way south. Christina Holevas, Vogue, 6 Sep. 2024 To finish off their wedding wardrobes, the couple each wore linen overshirts from Brioni to dine in the vineyard. Shelby Wax, Vogue, 12 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for overshirt 

Word History

First Known Use

1805, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of overshirt was in 1805

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

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