swimsuit

noun

swim·​suit ˈswim-ˌsüt How to pronounce swimsuit (audio)
: a suit for swimming or bathing

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There’s also a silk short dress with a fabric sash and side-seam pockets along with a twist high neck one-piece swimsuit and a belted caftan. Jean E. Palmieri, WWD, 10 Mar. 2025 Fittingly named the Resort Collection, Quince’s new arrivals are total vacation-worthy fits, from chic swimsuits to lightweight dresses. Maya Gandara, StyleCaster, 6 Mar. 2025 Ahead, discover the very best bathing suits for big busts, including trending swimsuit brands from Summersalt, Good American, Amazon and more. Malia Griggs, Glamour, 5 Mar. 2025 She’s modeled for the swimsuit issue of Sports Illustrated, walked the red carpet at the Emmys, and made Forbes’ storied 30 Under 30 list. Caroline Tien, SELF, 4 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for swimsuit

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First Known Use

1926, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of swimsuit was in 1926

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“Swimsuit.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/swimsuit. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.

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swimsuit

noun
swim·​suit ˈswim-ˌsüt How to pronounce swimsuit (audio)
: a suit for swimming or bathing

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