bathing suit
Americannoun
noun
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a garment worn for bathing, esp an old-fashioned one that covers much of the body
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another name for swimming costume
Etymology
Origin of bathing suit
First recorded in 1870–75
Example Sentences
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“I’m going to put on my bathing suit right now!” she chirps from her bedroom, sounding happier than most about the prospect of changing into swimwear on a raw and cloudy afternoon.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026
Another, from Princess Margaret, asked Stillman to "look after my bathing suit".
From BBC • Feb. 18, 2026
Courtney advises hiking at least part of this day barefoot and in your bathing suit, giving yourself ample opportunities to splash in the waves as you go.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 16, 2024
When I was in San Diego for spring break in a bathing suit around my family, I just felt neutral.
From Slate • Aug. 13, 2024
Rowan wondered if the man had a diamond-studded bathing suit in his wardrobe as well.
From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman
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