outerwear

American  

[ou-ter-wair] / ˈaʊ tərˌwɛər /

noun

1. garments, as raincoats or overcoats, worn worn over other clothing for warmth or protection outdoors; overclothes.

2. clothing, as dresses, sweaters, or suits, worn worn over undergarments.

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Etymology

Origin of outerwear

First recorded in 1925–30; outer + wear

Example Sentences

Under chief executive Joshua Schulman, Burberry has refocused on its staple outerwear, including its famed trench coats, in a bid to improve its fortunes.

From Barron's

Two years ago, Burberry unveiled a new strategic plan aimed at slashing costs and boosting sales as it honed in on outerwear and scarves.

From The Wall Street Journal

Burberry, famed for its trench coats, has refocused also on outerwear in a bid to improve its fortunes.

From Barron's

In November last year, Burberry unveiled a strategic plan aimed at boosting its business performance, reducing costs and reviving the brand, with a sharper focus on its outerwear and scarf categories.

From The Wall Street Journal

Marni just made it easier to add a little extra to your outerwear.

From Los Angeles Times