swimwear
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of swimwear
Example Sentences
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Kayleigh, who owns a children's fashion brand, said she understood having an extra layer of protection in swimwear for modesty purposes, but said this particular padded design was "not OK" for an eight-year-old girl.
From BBC ● Apr. 30, 2026
Turkish swimwear brand Mayovera showcased a collection of burkinis - a mix of the terms "burka" and "bikini" - covering everything except the face, hands and feet.
From BBC ● Apr. 23, 2026
“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
Florianópolis also has great swimwear shops, especially around Jurerê.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 6, 2025
Some of those bathing suits are from my own Ladybird Hope, Pageant Princess swimwear line, which is America’s bestselling teen swimwear line, by the way.
From "Beauty Queens" by Libba Bray
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