romper

noun

romp·​er ˈräm-pər How to pronounce romper (audio)
ˈrȯm-
1
: one that romps
2
: jumpsuit sense 1
especially : a jumpsuit for infants
often used in plural

Examples of romper in a Sentence

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Nash wore a bright red, sequined corset-style romper with fringe sleeves, a gold belt buckle, red cowboy hat, and matching thigh-high boots. Demicia Inman, VIBE.com, 17 Mar. 2025 In December, Simpson shared a glamorous photo of herself sitting next to some musical gear while wearing a white romper with a black fishnet midriff paired with matching black fishnets and platform boots. Janelle Ash, Fox News, 14 Mar. 2025 Other years, the clubhouse is a romper room of rookies who hang on every word before they’re thrown into the fire. Andrew Baggarly, The Athletic, 18 Feb. 2025 The collection also offers a pleated short, romper and shirt dress with pockets. Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 5 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for romper

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1780, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of romper was circa 1780

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“Romper.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/romper. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.

Kids Definition

romper

noun
romp·​er ˈräm-pər How to pronounce romper (audio)
: a child's one-piece garment with the lower part shaped like bloomers
usually used in plural
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