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overalls

3 synonyms for overalls, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Noun — A loose garment worn over normal clothing to protect it during dirty or heavy work.

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Synonyms by Meaning

1. noun

A loose garment worn over normal clothing to protect it during dirty or heavy work.

“The mechanic changed into his overalls before working under the car.”

2. noun

Trousers with a bib front and shoulder straps, often worn for farm work or as casual fashion.

“The farmer wore denim overalls while feeding the animals.”

How to use overalls

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pair of overalls denim overalls work overalls

Frequently asked questions

What does “overalls” mean?
The word “overalls” means a loose garment worn over normal clothing to protect it during dirty or heavy work. In plain terms, a one-piece work outfit with straps over the shoulders, worn to protect regular clothes.
How do you pronounce “overalls”?
“Overalls” is pronounced OH-vuh-rawlz (/ˈoʊvəɹɔːlz/ in IPA).
How do you use “overalls” in a sentence?
Here is “overalls” used in a sentence: “The mechanic changed into his overalls before working under the car.”
What part of speech is “overalls”?
“Overalls” is a noun.
How many meanings does “overalls” have?
“Overalls” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a loose garment worn over normal clothing to protect it during dirty or heavy work.

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