What does "fitted" mean?

1. (clothing shape) made to follow the shape of your body closely. 2. (built-in furniture) made to fit exactly into a specific space, like a cupboard or a carpet. 3. (a type of hat) a baseball cap that is made in a specific size rather than having a strap at the back.

fitted

adj. · n.

US //ˈfɪtəd// UK //fˈɪtɪd// fit·ted

1 clothing shape (adj.)
B1 Intermediate

made to follow the shape of your body closely.

tailored or designed to conform closely to the wearer's physical contours.

Example

She wore a fitted jacket that looked very professional for the interview.

Example

The designer opted for a fitted silhouette to emphasize the structural qualities of the heavy wool fabric.
- tailored
- contoured
- slim fit
2 built-in furniture (adj.)
B1 Intermediate British English

made to fit exactly into a specific space, like a cupboard or a carpet.

permanently fixed or custom-made to occupy a specific space within a room.

Example

The bedroom has fitted wardrobes that go from the floor to the ceiling.

Example

Installing fitted carpets throughout the upper floor significantly improved the building's acoustic insulation.
- built in
- fixed
- freestanding
- portable

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3 a type of hat (n.)
C1 Advanced American English Slang

a baseball cap that is made in a specific size rather than having a strap at the back.

a baseball-style cap manufactured in specific head sizes without an adjustable plastic or fabric strap.

Example

He never wears his fitted backwards because he likes the way the brim looks.

Example

The streetwear brand released a limited edition fitted featuring the city's original 1970s logo.
- cap
- hat
- snapback