Outfit
/ˈaʊtfɪt/Definition, CEFR level B1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounA set of clothes worn together.
nounA group or organization formed for a purpose.
Extra definitions
noun; verbA set of clothes worn together.
noun; verbA group organized for a purpose.
noun; verbTo provide clothes or equipment.
Sentence Examples
She chose a comfortable outfit.
The research outfit operates overseas.
The charity outfitted the clinic.
Synonyms & Antonyms
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Word Origin & History
Variant of earlier out-fit, from fit out. Equivalent to out- + fit.
Literary Quotations & Historical Citations
“Don't call what you're wearing an outfit.”
— 2003, Jason Isbell, Outfit:
“But I won't have it any longer with George and his shirty bit—there's no room for a—madonna in the outfit.”
— 1934, Ernest Bramah, The Bravo of London:
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CEFR Practice Quiz
She chose a comfortable ____.