one-piece
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Definition
- Adjective:
- Consisting of or fashioned as a single, whole piece, without separate parts. This term is primarily used to describe garments, such as swimsuits or coveralls, that are made from one continuous piece of material.
Usage
- The term one-piece is used attributively, meaning it is placed directly before a noun to describe it.
- It is most commonly associated with swimwear (a one-piece swimsuit) but can apply to other garments like jumpsuits, bodysuits, or infant sleepers.
Examples
- Adjective:
- She prefers a one-piece swimsuit for swimming laps.
- The mechanic wore a one-piece coverall to protect his clothes.
- For the baby, a one-piece sleeper is very convenient.
Advanced Usage
- The term can be used more broadly in manufacturing or design to describe any item constructed from a single, unified piece, though this is less common.
- The new smartphone features a sleek, one-piece aluminum body.
Variants and Related Words
- One-piece can also function as a noun, referring to the garment itself.
- Noun Example: She packed her new one-piece for the beach vacation.
- Two-piece (adj): Consisting of two separate pieces, often used as a contrasting term for swimwear or suits.
Synonyms
- Unitary: Forming a single or uniform entity.
- All-in-one: Combining all elements or parts in a single unit.
Antonyms
- Two-piece: Consisting of two separate parts.
- Separates: Individual garments (like a top and bottom) worn as an outfit.
Adjective
- (of clothing) consisting of or fashioned in a single whole piece
- a one-piece garment