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sweats

n. plural-only
B1 Intermediate US //ˈswɛts// UK //swˈɛts// sweats Informal

n. comfortable, loose clothes that you usually wear for exercising or relaxing at home. They are often made of soft, thick cotton.

n. loose-fitting trousers and a matching top made of heavy cotton jersey, typically worn for exercise or leisure. Often used as a collective term for a tracksuit or sweatpants.


SIMPLE

I usually change into my sweats as soon as I get home.

CONTEXTUAL

After a long day at the office, she swapped her formal suit for a pair of comfortable sweats.

COMPLEX

While once reserved strictly for the gym or the privacy of one's home, wearing stylish sweats in public has become a widely accepted fashion trend in many urban environments.

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Usage

Pluralia tantum — takes a plural verb and is often used with 'pair of'.

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