menswear

noun

mens·​wear ˈmenz-ˌwer How to pronounce menswear (audio)
: clothing for men

Examples of menswear in a Sentence

The store sells an extensive line of menswear. He works in the menswear department.
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Expect some heavy attendance by the A-list of movies, TV, music, fashion, and more—and all the grand entrances and major menswear moments that come with a rollicking, late-night GQ party. Gq, Vogue, 4 Nov. 2024 This is in line with Cucinelli’s belief in the strength of menswear tailoring. Luisa Zargani, WWD, 29 Oct. 2024 If the Met Gala is the Super Bowl of fashion, the Council of Fashion Designers of America's annual event is the industry's Oscars, highlighting the top talent in American design from womenswear and menswear to accessories and emerging talent. Anika Reed, USA TODAY, 28 Oct. 2024 Caroline Reilly Caroline Reilly is a writer and menswear stylist based in New England. Caroline Reilly, Robb Report, 25 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for menswear 

Word History

First Known Use

1783, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of menswear was in 1783

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“Menswear.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/menswear. Accessed 23 Nov. 2024.

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menswear

noun
mens·​wear ˈmenz-ˌwer How to pronounce menswear (audio)
: clothing for men

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