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outfit

n. countable
B2 Upper Intermediate Oxford US //ˈaʊtˌfɪt// UK //ˈaʊtfɪt// out·fit Archaic General-service Informal

n. a set of clothes that you wear together. You usually choose an outfit for a specific reason, like a party or a job interview.

n. a complete set of clothing worn together, often for a particular occasion or activity. In a business context, it can also refer to a small organization or company.


SIMPLE

She wore a stylish new outfit to the wedding.

CONTEXTUAL

He spent the morning choosing a professional outfit for his first day at the new office.

COMPLEX

The athlete's specialized outfit was designed to reduce wind resistance while maintaining the flexibility required for high-speed maneuvers on the track.

Synonyms
Origin

Variant of earlier out-fit, from fit out. Equivalent to out- + fit.

Usage

Commonly used with the verb 'wear' or 'put on'.

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