outerwear

noun

out·​er·​wear ˈau̇-tər-ˌwer How to pronounce outerwear (audio)
Synonyms of outerwearnext
1
: clothing for outdoor wear
2
: outer clothing as opposed to underwear

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Factor in the cinchable hood and flip-up reflective cuffs, and this will be the most functional item in your outerwear collection. — Sarah Scott, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 June 2026 Just as knits, outerwear, and other transitional staples get stashed away into bins and storage units, loafers are traded for easy, breezy flip-flops, classic sandals, loafers—and now the soft ballet flat. — Christina Holevas, Vogue, 3 June 2026 On-trend metallics will accentuate the volume and shape of your bottoms, especially when worn with mixed metal jewelry, coordinated outerwear, and shoes or boots in a contrasting matte texture. — Jennifer Hussein, InStyle, 20 June 2026 The British brand’s suiting channeled dapper English luxury with dedicated cigar pockets on outerwear, along with mismatched velvet slippers adorned with playing card emblems. — Scarlett Conlon, CNN Money, 24 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for outerwear

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First Known Use

1883, in the meaning defined at sense 2

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The first known use of outerwear was in 1883

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outerwear

noun
out·​er·​wear ˈau̇t-ər-ˌwa(ə)r How to pronounce outerwear (audio)
-ˌwe(ə)r
1
: clothing for outdoor wear
2
: outer clothing as opposed to underwear

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