body-hugging
adjective
body-hug·ging
ˈbä-dē-ˈhə-giŋ 
: fitted closely to the wearer's body
a body-hugging dress
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In the look above, it’s paired with two coats for extra warmth: a body-hugging leather trench and a soft, floor-skimming teddy coat.
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Krista Carter, InStyle, 18 Jan. 2026
Even better is the fit: compressive and body-hugging in a way that feels supportive, not suffocating.
—The Editors, Outside, 31 Dec. 2025
The silver cleavage-baring gown featured a sweetheart neckline, body-hugging silhouette, a small train with a sparkling black trim.
—Charna Flam, PEOPLE, 26 Dec. 2025
Sánchez Bezos’ look included a body-hugging, off-the-shoulder black catsuit and stiletto boots, which look to be the same style from this morning.
—Kelsey Stewart, Footwear News, 25 Dec. 2025
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Krista Carter, InStyle, 18 Jan. 2026
Even better is the fit: compressive and body-hugging in a way that feels supportive, not suffocating.
—The Editors, Outside, 31 Dec. 2025
The silver cleavage-baring gown featured a sweetheart neckline, body-hugging silhouette, a small train with a sparkling black trim.
—Charna Flam, PEOPLE, 26 Dec. 2025
Sánchez Bezos’ look included a body-hugging, off-the-shoulder black catsuit and stiletto boots, which look to be the same style from this morning.
—Kelsey Stewart, Footwear News, 25 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for body-hugging
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“Body-hugging.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/body-hugging. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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