bathing suit

Pool-ready garment

A bathing suit is a garment worn for swimming or sunbathing.

The term covers everything from modest one-pieces to revealing bikinis to men's trunks. *Swimsuit* is now more common in American English, while *bathing suit* sounds slightly old-fashioned: She packed three bathing suits for the beach vacation.

Related

swimwear · beachwear · speedo · string bikini · board shorts · spandex · swim cap · rash guard · surf culture · resort wear · cover-up · swimming costume · thong · garment · swimming trunks · lifeguard · changing · changing room

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clothing formality/occasion

bathing suitformal wear

Elegant occasion clothing

evening gown · tuxedo · ball gown · formal attire · business suit

body coverage

bathing suithazmat suit

Sealed garment blocking toxins

snowsuit · burqa · spacesuit · diving suit · parka

water appropriateness

bathing suitwool suit

Garment of sheep fiber

fur coat · leather shoes · suede jacket · cashmere sweater · silk gown

Family

suit, bath, bathe, baths, bathing, bathed, swimsuit, sunbathing, bathers

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Top 20,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G