swimsuit

noun

swim·​suit ˈswim-ˌsüt How to pronounce swimsuit (audio)
: a suit for swimming or bathing

Examples of swimsuit in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Inspired by vintage swimming graphics and '90s beach apparel, the collection features clothing and accessories across women’s, men’s and kids’ categories, including classic crewneck tees and sweatshirts, a swimsuit, windbreakers, bucket hats and baseball caps, and cashmere styles. Catherine Santino, Peoplemag, 4 June 2024 The women sometimes bantered back, and Ms. Hintsa, a former Sports Illustrated swimsuit model, once sent a photo of herself from the magazine. Jenny Vrentas, New York Times, 31 May 2024 Billabong has beautiful options for women’s bathing suits, like this swimsuit for under $100. Christopher Murray, Fox News, 29 May 2024 That applies to toes, tummies, and noses, but also to body parts typically covered by underwear or a swimsuit. Tiffany R. Jansen, Parents, 24 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for swimsuit 

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Word History

First Known Use

1926, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of swimsuit was in 1926

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“Swimsuit.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/swimsuit. Accessed 9 Jun. 2024.

Kids Definition

swimsuit

noun
swim·​suit ˈswim-ˌsüt How to pronounce swimsuit (audio)
: a suit for swimming or bathing

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