jumpsuit

Or jump suit

[juhmp-soot]

noun

1. a one-piece suit worn by parachutists for jumping.

2. a garment fashioned after this, usually combining a shirt or bodice with shorts or trousers in one piece.

Word History and Origins

Origin of jumpsuit¹

First recorded in 1940–45; jump + suit

Example Sentences

The first two specials are aptly named “Lower Classy” and “Middle Classy” — and to demonstrate that she’s really made it to “Upper Classy,” she ditches her casual jeans and t-shirt for a sparkly black jumpsuit.

From Los Angeles Times

On Sunday, news helicopters captured sheriff’s investigators and Jake Haro in a bright orange jumpsuit in a dry grass-covered shoulder of the westbound 60 freeway near Gilman Springs Road, joined by cadaver dogs.

From Los Angeles Times

Erik appeared virtually for the hearing from the San Diego prison where he has been housed, wearing a blue prison jumpsuit and eyeglasses.

From BBC

The palette is muted in creams and earth tones, with practical utilitarian jumpsuits and jackets.

From Los Angeles Times

After the show on Saturday, Beyoncé shared a photo of the trio, dressed in gold jumpsuits, on her Instagram without a caption.

From BBC