leotard

noun

le·​o·​tard ˈlē-ə-ˌtärd 

: a close-fitting one-piece garment worn especially by dancers, acrobats, and aerialists

also : tights

—often used in plural

leotarded

ˈlē-ə-ˌtär-dəd 

adjective

Examples of leotard in a Sentence

Our aerobics instructor wore a bright red leotard.

Recent Examples on the Web

Pair them with her signature leotard or denim and cowboy boots, but don’t forget the opera-length cigarette holder for added effect. —Danielle Gilliard, WWD, 2 Feb. 2025

Beyond Saturday Night Timberlake, Samberg and Moynihan then make their entrance, each clad in a black leotard with tights and high heels. —Virginia Chamlee, People.com, 28 Jan. 2025

After beginning the performance onstage in a sequined tuxedo-like bodysuit — and struggling to find center in the spotlight — Carpenter stripped to reveal a light blue leotard. —Lindsay Kimble, People.com, 3 Feb. 2025

Others also offer chat sessions with them and even sell their worn leotards. —Jennifer Valentino-Devries, New York Times, 30 Dec. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Jules Léotard, †1870 French aerial gymnast

First Known Use

1886, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for leotard

• bodyguard
• boulevard
• disregard
• asgard
• backyard
• barnyard
• blackguard
• bombard
• brickyard
• canard
• churchyard
• coastguard

Kids Definition

leotard

noun

le·​o·​tard ˈlē-ə-ˌtärd 

: a tight one-piece garment worn especially by dancers, gymnasts, and acrobats