jumpsuit

noun

jump·​suit ˈjəmp-ˌsüt How to pronounce jumpsuit (audio)
1
: a one-piece garment consisting of a blouse or shirt with attached trousers or shorts
2
: a coverall worn by parachutists for jumping

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Variations on that theme dominated the runway, with dense, glittering embroideries on evening columns, sculptural cocktail dresses, jumpsuits and cropped jackets, all teasing color cosmetics, a category that the brand has yet to introduce. Jennifer Weil, WWD, 5 Nov. 2024 The younger Roloff son wore a pilot helmet and green jumpsuit, accessorizing with sunglasses. Hannah Sacks, People.com, 31 Oct. 2024 Stella McCartney jumpsuit and belt; stellamccartney.com. Andrew Jacobs, Vogue, 29 Oct. 2024 Designs include sleek bomber jackets, a denim jumpsuit, track pants, cropped tees, statement shorts, and crew-tall socks. Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 29 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for jumpsuit 

Word History

First Known Use

1944, in the meaning defined at sense 2

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The first known use of jumpsuit was in 1944

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“Jumpsuit.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/jumpsuit. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

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jumpsuit

noun
jump·​suit ˈjəmp-ˌsüt How to pronounce jumpsuit (audio)
1
: a uniform worn by parachutists for jumping
2
: a one-piece garment consisting of a blouse or shirt with attached trousers or shorts

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