activewear

noun

ac·​tive·​wear ˈak-tiv-ˌwer How to pronounce activewear (audio)

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Knowing many invest upward of $100 on stylish activewear pieces, the Precision vest is designed to show off some of the fashion features of their choices. Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 2 May 2025 The brand’s evolution continued with the introduction of activewear designed around the concept of a capsule wardrobe—high-quality, multi-purpose pieces that eliminate the need for excessive consumption. Melissa Noel, Essence, 29 Apr. 2025 What makes Alo such a staple for travelers is how seamlessly its pieces transition from long flights to workouts to full days of exploring, making activewear staples like workout leggings flattering and functional enough to wear anywhere. Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 28 Apr. 2025 Barclays initiates Gildan Activewear at buy Barclays said the lifestyle activewear company is best positioned to weather higher tariffs. Michael Bloom, CNBC, 28 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for activewear

Word History

Etymology

active entry 1 + -wear (as in sportswear, underwear)

First Known Use

1924, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of activewear was in 1924

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“Activewear.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/activewear. Accessed 8 May. 2025.

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activewear

noun
ac·​tive·​wear ˈak-tiv-ˌwa(ə)r How to pronounce activewear (audio)
-ˌwe(ə)r

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