Definition

Noun: A one-piece or two-piece insulated outer garment, typically worn by a child, designed to provide warmth and protection in cold weather, especially during winter play or activities in snow.

Usage

A "snowsuit" is a specific type of cold-weather clothing. It is primarily used to describe a child's full-body outerwear that is worn over regular clothes. It is not typically used for adult clothing (which would more commonly be called a "ski suit" or "insulated suit").

Examples

• Noun:
  • Make sure to zip up the baby's snowsuit before going outside.
  • The children built a snowman while wearing their bright red snowsuits.
  • We bought a new snowsuit for our toddler this winter.

Advanced Usage

• As a collective term: While primarily for children, "snowsuit" can sometimes be used informally for similar adult garments, though this is less common.
  • Even the adults wore bulky snowsuits for the dog-sledding expedition.

Variants and Related Words

• Snowsuit itself is a compound noun (snow + suit). There are no common verb or adjective forms.
• Related outerwear terms: Winter coat, parka, bunting (for infants), ski suit, insulated overalls.

Synonyms

• Winter suit
• Snow gear (this is a more general term that can include other items like boots and gloves)
• Insulated overalls (if referring to a one-piece style)

Antonyms

• Swimsuit
• Shorts
• T-shirt

Notes on Meaning

The word specifically implies a garment for cold and snowy conditions. Its core meaning is tied to its function: protection from winter weather. It is not used for light jackets or raincoats.

Noun

1. a child's overgarment for cold weather