close-fitting
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of close-fitting
First recorded in 1865–70
Example Sentences
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Clad in close-fitting black outfits, two performers get into stance for a fight scene.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 14, 2025
It defines the garment as a close-fitting covering over the whole head, with holes only for the eyes, nose, or mouth.
From Washington Times ● Dec. 1, 2023
The brand’s exciting long-lean silhouette was accentuated by long, dragging wing-like hems on close-fitting trousers.
From Seattle Times ● Jan. 15, 2022
In photos on her Instagram account, she pouts and poses for the camera, decked out in wigs, elaborate makeup and close-fitting dresses, her arms covered with a smattering of tattoos.
From New York Times ● Sep. 29, 2018
Dustfinger had been right: In their close-fitting black suits they really did look like crows.
From "Inkheart" by Cornelia Funke
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