women's

American  

[wim-inz] / ˈwɪm ɪnz /

noun

plural

women's

1. a range of sizes usually from 38 to 44 for garments that fit larger than average women.

2. a garment in this size range.

3. the department or section of a store where these garments are sold.

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Etymology

Origin of women's

women + 's ¹

Example Sentences

After the first leg at Emirates Stadium, Bompastor criticised the standard of officiating and called for "more respect" in the women's game after her side had two goals disallowed.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

Chelsea posted a profit of £128.4m in the previous year's accounts but this was aided by the sale of the women's team to Blueco Midco -- a subsidiary company -- for nearly £200 million.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

Analysts have debated the state of Nike’s efforts to cut costs, make more products that suit athletes’ needs, and push further into running shoes and women’s apparel.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 31, 2026

Reporting on abortion and women’s health could be found largely in the Style section.

From Slate • Mar. 31, 2026

He realized he had to raise the young women’s spirits—he couldn’t let their grief affect their work.

From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein