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

At times, the novels stir up memories from the women’s lives, prompting poignant, often vulnerable discussions.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2026

If Title X clinics encourage restorative reproductive medicine, it will only “reinforce the idea that infertility is a personal failure, primarily a women’s issue, or can be solved through lifestyle changes alone.”

From Salon • Apr. 28, 2026

The Organon acquisition will establish Sun Pharma as a “top 3 company in global women’s health” as well as a “leading player in established brands,” Sun Pharma said.

From Barron's • Apr. 27, 2026

Sun Pharma has offered to pay $14.00 a share in an all-cash deal, putting the Indian drugmaker on track to become one of the top three global players in women’s health.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 2026

I’d once again set my sights on winning a spot on the women’s junior national team, and this time, I meant to succeed.

From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles