swimwear

noun

swim·​wear ˈswim-ˌwer How to pronounce swimwear (audio)
: clothing suitable for wear while swimming or bathing

Examples of swimwear in a Sentence

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Today, Larsson is expanding her signature fashion aesthetic in an exciting new way—by releasing her own line of swimwear. Christian Allaire, Vogue, 21 Apr. 2026 Goldie seemed caught off guard as Kate snapped this beachside selfie of the two lounging in their swimwear. Sophie Dodd, PEOPLE, 19 Apr. 2026 Meanwhile, Beach Mart keeps vacationers stocked up on all the essentials, including snacks, T-shirts, swimwear, towels, and sunscreen. Kristy Tolley, Travel + Leisure, 17 Apr. 2026 The outfit called to mind the best of '80s swimwear, which favored bold colors and form-fitting silhouettes over more conservative styles of decades past. Emma Banks, InStyle, 13 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for swimwear

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First Known Use

1935, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of swimwear was in 1935

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“Swimwear.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/swimwear. Accessed 2 May. 2026.

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swimwear

noun
swim·​wear -ˌwa(ə)r How to pronounce swimwear (audio)
-ˌwe(ə)r
: clothing suitable for swimming
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