tightfitting

[ tahyt-fit-ing ]

adjective

1. (of a garment) fitting fit fitting closely to the contours of the body:

   tightfitting pants.

Word History and Origins

Origin of tightfitting¹

First recorded in 1840–50; tight + fit ¹ + -ing ²

Example Sentences

Squeezed into tightfitting Lycra costumes, they have been wielding oversized pugil sticks, running around floating scaffolds and chasing only slightly less musclebound members of the public up walls, in front of a cheering crowd.

From New York Times

Her face was covered by a tightfitting mask with painted-on doll features.

From New York Times

If you do need to go outside, consider wearing a tightfitting mask, like an N95.

From New York Times

If you need to go outside, wear a tightfitting mask, like an N95.

From New York Times

In a jar with a tightfitting lid, combine the cucumber slices, vinegar, salt and sugar.

From Washington Post