track suit

American  

noun

1. a sweat suit, usually with a long-sleeved jacket and long pants, worn by athletes, especially runners, before and after actual competition or during workouts.

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Etymology

Origin of track suit

First recorded in 1950–55

Example Sentences

A photo circulated of a humiliated Mr. Maduro in a rumpled track suit and handcuffs in U.S. custody.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 4, 2026

When Team Canada swag arrived last week, Freeman strutted around the Dodgers clubhouse in their all-red track suit.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 11, 2023

Khaki trousers and a gray shirt disappeared behind the door, and out popped a loose-fitting lime green top with gathered pants, a sort of urban track suit.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 23, 2022

She was conservatory trained, but her stage attire was unconventional for jazz circles: an Adidas track suit, a kimono draped over a “Young Latin & Proud” T-shirt, a baggy Outkast “ATLiens” baseball jersey.

From New York Times • Aug. 28, 2022

I remember the lean grace of his movements in a track suit and I remember envying his smooth and perfect timing.

From "Travels with Charley in Search of America" by John Steinbeck