playsuit

Thân thiện

A little girl wears a colorful playsuit to the playground.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A one-piece garment for women or children, typically combining a top and shorts or a skirt, designed for casual wear or play: A "playsuit" is a single-piece outfit, often lightweight and comfortable, intended for leisure activities, informal occasions, or sports.

Usage

• The word "playsuit" functions as a countable noun. It refers to the specific garment itself.
• It is typically used in contexts related to fashion, children's clothing, or casual summer wear.

Examples

• Noun:
  • She wore a floral playsuit to the picnic.
  • The toddler's playsuit was perfect for playing in the park.
  • This summer, denim playsuits are very popular.

Advanced Usage

• While primarily a noun, the term can be used attributively (like an adjective) to describe other nouns (e.g., , ).
  • The store has a new collection of playsuit designs.

Variants and Related Words

• Romper: (noun) A very similar, often synonymous, one-piece garment for babies or women. In some regions, "romper" is more common for infants, while "playsuit" may be used for older children and adults.
• Jumpsuit: (noun) A related one-piece garment that typically has full-length legs, as opposed to the shorts or skirt of a playsuit.
• Sunsuit: (noun) A playsuit specifically designed for wear in sunny weather.

Synonyms

• Romper
• One-piece (in a clothing context)

Antonyms

• Two-piece outfit
• Separates (e.g., a distinct top and bottom)

Notes on Meaning

• The core meaning is a practical, one-piece garment for casual activity. The reference context specifies "a sports outfit... usually consists of shorts and a blouse," which aligns with the modern understanding, though contemporary playsuits often feature a more integrated, singular design rather than distinctly separate-looking pieces.

Học thuật

Noun

1. a sports outfit for women or children; usually consists of shorts and a blouse