tank suit
Definition
Noun: A one-piece swimsuit for women, typically characterized by wide shoulder straps and a relatively high neckline, offering more coverage than a bikini. It is a classic style of bathing suit.
Usage
The term "tank suit" is used to describe a specific, traditional style of women's swimwear. It is a compound noun where "tank" refers to the "swimming tank," an old-fashioned term for a swimming pool.
Examples
- She prefers the modesty and classic look of a tank suit for swimming laps.
- The vintage photograph showed women at the beach wearing stylish tank suits.
- For her first swimming lesson, she bought a comfortable black tank suit.
Advanced Usage
- The term is often used in historical or fashion contexts to describe swimwear from the early to mid-20th century.
- It can be contrasted with more modern or revealing one-piece styles like the maillot or the monokini.
Variants and Related Words
- Tankini (n): A two-piece swimsuit consisting of a tank top-style top and a bikini bottom. This is a portmanteau of "tank suit" and "bikini."
- One-piece (n): A general term for any one-piece bathing suit, which includes tank suits.
- Bathing suit, swimsuit (n): General terms for garments worn for swimming.
Synonyms
- One-piece swimsuit
- One-piece bathing suit
Antonyms
- Bikini
- Two-piece swimsuit
Noun
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a woman's one-piece bathing suit
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