noun

jumpsuit

jumpsuit, boiler suit

She wore a stylish blue jumpsuit.

She wore a stylish blue jumpsuit.

Pilots and mechanics often wear jumpsuits.

Pilots and mechanics often wear jumpsuits.

((a/an)) jumpsuit a one-piece garment of trousers and a top. She wore a stylish blue jumpsuit.

Synonyms: coveralls, boiler suit

From 'jump' + 'suit', as it was originally a garment worn by parachutists for jumping from planes.

Think of a 'suit' that is practical enough to 'jump' in.

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