suiting

noun

suit·​ing ˈsü-tiŋ How to pronounce suiting (audio)
1
: fabric for suits
2
: a suit of clothes

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For those seeking a taste of practicality, Smith offered pale pinstripe suiting—sheer bodysuits tucked beneath cigarette pants, culottes, and even a blazer. Skylar Mitchell, Essence, 17 Sep. 2025 For me, the most interesting way to breathe new life into suiting is to style it with unexpected separates and extras. Libby Page, Vogue, 16 Sep. 2025 The British and Shanghainese traditions of bespoke suiting remain deeply ingrained there. Eric Wilson, Travel + Leisure, 14 Sep. 2025 The result is clothing that complements the body while introducing subtle dimension, standing apart from traditional or off-the-rack suiting. Brett F. Braley-Palko, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for suiting

Word History

First Known Use

1863, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of suiting was in 1863

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“Suiting.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/suiting. Accessed 22 Sep. 2025.

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