outfit
6 synonyms and 0 antonyms for outfit, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A set of clothes worn together, often for a particular occasion.
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Less common
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How to use outfit
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Etymology
A variant of the older phrase "fit out," rearranged into "out-fit."
Full origin of outfit →Frequently asked questions
What does “outfit” mean?
The word “outfit” means a set of clothes worn together, often for a particular occasion. In plain terms, a matching set of clothes, or informally, a company or team.
How do you pronounce “outfit”?
“Outfit” is pronounced OWT-fiht (/ˈaʊtfɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “outfit” in a sentence?
Here is “outfit” used in a sentence: “She bought a new outfit for the job interview.”
What part of speech is “outfit”?
Depending on how it is used, “outfit” can be a noun and a verb.
Is “outfit” a common word?
“Outfit” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “outfit” have?
“Outfit” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a set of clothes worn together, often for a particular occasion.
What is the difference between an outfit and an ensemble?
Both refer to a coordinated set of clothes worn together, but ensemble is more formal and stresses that the pieces are deliberately matched, while outfit is the everyday word for any set of clothes worn for an occasion.
What is the difference between an outfit and a costume?
An outfit is any set of clothes worn together, while a costume is clothing worn to look like someone or something else, as in a play, film, or fancy-dress event.
Can outfit mean a company or team?
Yes. Informally, outfit can mean a group of people working together, such as a business, a military unit, or a team, as in 'she runs a small outfit'.
Is it correct to call a business an 'outfit'?
Yes, but it is informal. Calling a company an outfit is casual and sometimes slightly dismissive or affectionate, so it suits conversation more than formal writing.