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

Examples of jumpsuit in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Colin Gray entered the courtroom shackled in a white and grey jumpsuit and appeared emotional throughout the hearing, rocking back and forth as the judge informed him of his rights and the charges against him. Ashley R. Williams, CNN, 6 Sep. 2024 Jaws dropped, pulses sky-rocketed and paparazzi bulbs flashed when Timothée Chalamet rolled up to the Bones and All film premiere in Venice wearing a blood-red jumpsuit, comprised of skinny trousers and a scarf-detail halter-neck. Laura Hawkins, Vogue, 4 Sep. 2024 This $40 sleeveless jumpsuit from Prettygarden is perfectly suited for work events thanks to certain design details hidden within its silhouette, including deep side pockets and a zippered back. Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 4 Sep. 2024 This jumpsuit is the latest of the show-stopping ensembles Amal has worn throughout the Venice Film Festival. Marina Watts, Peoplemag, 3 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for jumpsuit 

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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 19 Sep. 2024.

Kids Definition

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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