bodysuit

or bod·y suit

[ bod-ee-soot ]

noun

1. a close-fitting, one-piece, usually sleeved garment for the torso, having a snap crotch.

bodysuit

/ ˈbɒdɪˌsuːt; -ˌsjuːt /

noun

1. another name for body
2. a one-piece undergarment for a baby

Word History and Origins

Origin of bodysuit¹

First recorded in 1965–70; body + suit

Example Sentences

In response to the clip — in which Palmer was wearing a sheer dress over a thong bodysuit — Jackson tweeted: “It’s the outfit tho.. you a mom.”

From Los Angeles Times

If you want to turn heads and keep warm this fall, look to the ultimate nonconformist, Rick Owens, for a chic solution with this dust gray knit bodysuit.

From Los Angeles Times

Chappell also joined the fun, wearing a one-piece bodysuit encrusted with pearls and seashells.

From BBC

With five costume changes, including a red latex jumpsuit and a silver-tasselled black bodysuit, it was a pop masterclass - and one that left the star surprisingly emotional.

From BBC

After seeing creative designs made by other fans online, she decided to recreate a bodysuit that Taylor wears during her performance.

From BBC

Related Words

• bodice
• pullover
• turtleneck