swimwear

noun

swim·​wear ˈswim-ˌwer How to pronounce swimwear (audio)
: clothing suitable for wear while swimming or bathing

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All Inclusive Resort in addition to her line of swimwear, Elizabeth Hurley Beach. Starr Bowenbank, People.com, 10 Apr. 2025 To extend the life of your swimwear, always wash it in cold water and avoid putting it in the dryer. Katelyn Squiers, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Apr. 2025 But the showcase is more than just a story of shifting silhouettes; Butchart also chronicles the social power of swimwear. Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 28 Mar. 2025 Narcissus is the destination for high-end swimwear, dresses, designer shoes and bags, jewelry, and more. Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for swimwear

Word History

First Known Use

1935, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of swimwear was in 1935

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“Swimwear.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/swimwear. Accessed 3 May. 2025.

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swimwear

noun
swim·​wear -ˌwa(ə)r How to pronounce swimwear (audio)
-ˌwe(ə)r
: clothing suitable for swimming
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