outerwear
noun
out·er·wear
ˈau̇-tər-ˌwer 
1
: clothing for outdoor wear
2
: outer clothing as opposed to underwear
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The trench coat, originally waterproof outerwear, was made during the 1850’s for officers in the British army and became popular in wider civilian life during the early 20th century.
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Julian Randall, Essence, 14 May 2024
But, that doesn't mean that outerwear isn't at the top of our packing lists.
—Teddy Minford, Travel + Leisure, 12 May 2024
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Julian Randall, Essence, 14 May 2024
But, that doesn't mean that outerwear isn't at the top of our packing lists.
—Teddy Minford, Travel + Leisure, 12 May 2024
See all Example Sentences for outerwear
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“Outerwear.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/outerwear. Accessed 20 May. 2024.
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outerwear
noun
out·er·wear
ˈau̇t-ər-ˌwa(ə)r
-ˌwe(ə)r
1
: clothing for outdoor wear
2
: outer clothing as opposed to underwear
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