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activewear

American  
[ak-tiv-wair] / ˈæk tɪvˌwɛər /
Or active wear

noun

  1. sportswear.


Etymology

Origin of activewear

active + wear

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The activewear brand late Tuesday named David Denton as its next chief financial officer, effective Aug. 17.

From Barron's Jun. 24, 2026

The brand—known for its jogger pants as well as attire for tennis, golf and other sports—grew out of California, gaining cachet for its knack for men’s activewear.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 23, 2026

The 38-year-old has been free to sign with a retail partner for his line of shoes and sports wear since ending a 12-year deal with US activewear firm Under Armour last year.

From BBC Jun. 2, 2026

In January, it paused online sales of a new activewear collection called the Get Low after customers complained that the material is too sheer.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 13, 2026

Lululemon Athletica founder is launching a proxy fight in a bid to remake the activewear retailer’s board of directors.

From Barron's Dec. 30, 2025

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