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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

It was one of the first activewear brands to work with student athletes in 2021, following a Supreme Court ruling that permitted college athletes to profit from their name, image and likeness.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 15, 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

The women’s activewear brand has recorded multiple quarters of sales declines as it contends with intense competition.

From The Wall Street Journal May 28, 2026

As for Athleta, the activewear company has “a strong brand name,” Sole contended.

From Barron's Jan. 8, 2026

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