swimsuit

noun

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

Examples of swimsuit in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Another photo shows the actor clutching a towel and smiling at his girlfriend, the leg of his swimsuit still bunched up. Charlotte Phillipp, Peoplemag, 5 Aug. 2024 Ava & Viv Mini Shift Dress Ava & Viv’s shift dress is a simple slip-on style that’s so easy to throw on over a swimsuit for lunch or dress up with heels for a dinner out. Shea Simmons, Travel + Leisure, 3 Aug. 2024 Find the one that works for you and let your skin be free to hit the beach, make a splash at the pool, or just lounge in your favorite swimsuit. Essence, 1 Aug. 2024 The main cover was supposed to be me with the blue swimsuit and the crown looking down, but the other [look] ended up photographing so flawless and timeless. Kyle Denis, Billboard, 1 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for swimsuit 

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Word History

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 20 Aug. 2024.

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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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