noun

outfit

Translation

outfit, set of clothes, unit, organisation

Examples

She wore a new outfit to the party.

He joined a small military outfit.

Grammar Patterns

((an outfit)) a set of clothes worn together She wore a new outfit to the party.

((an outfit)) a group of people working together as an organisation He joined a small military outfit.

Similar Words

Synonyms (clothes): ensemble, attire, get-up; Synonyms (group): organization, unit, team

Etymology

From 'out-' + 'fit'. Originally meant the act of fitting out or equipping a ship or person for a journey. This evolved to mean a set of equipment or clothes.

Memory Tips

Think of 'fitting' all the pieces of your clothes 'out' together to make a complete look.