sweatsuit
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Definition
Noun: A two-piece athletic garment, typically made of soft, absorbent fabric like cotton jersey or fleece, consisting of matching sweatpants and a sweatshirt. It is designed for comfort, warmth, and ease of movement during exercise or as casual loungewear.
Usage
A sweatsuit is worn as a complete set. It is common attire for activities like jogging, working out at the gym, or relaxing at home. The term refers specifically to the matching pants and top as a single outfit.
Examples
- She threw on a sweatsuit for her morning run.
- After practice, the team changed into comfortable sweatsuits.
- He prefers to travel in a sweatsuit for long flights.
Advanced Usage
- The term can imply a specific style of casual, athletic-inspired fashion.
- In some contexts, it can be associated with informal or "athleisure" wear, blurring the line between sportswear and everyday clothing.
Variants and Related Words
- Sweatpants (noun): The pants component of a sweatsuit, often worn separately.
- Sweatshirt (noun): The top component of a sweatsuit, often worn separately.
- Tracksuit (noun): A very similar garment; sometimes used interchangeably, though a tracksuit may imply a slightly more tailored or specific athletic style.
- Jogging suit (noun): Another near-synonym for sweatsuit.
Synonyms
- Tracksuit
- Jogging suit
- Athletic suit
- Exercise suit
Antonyms
- Formalwear
- Business attire
- Suit and tie
Noun
- garment consisting of sweat pants and a sweatshirt