noun
leotard
LEE-uh-tahd
Leotard (noun) means a tight, one-piece garment covering the torso, often worn for gymnastics, dance, or exercise. Example: “The gymnast adjusted her leotard before mounting the balance beam.”
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A tight, one-piece garment covering the torso, often worn for gymnastics, dance, or exercise.
"The gymnast adjusted her leotard before mounting the balance beam."
How to use leotard
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA snug, stretchy one-piece outfit worn for dance, gymnastics, or workouts.
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- Plural
- leotards
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Etymology
Named after Jules Léotard, a 19th-century French acrobat who popularised the garment while performing on the trapeze.
Class of 1800
leotard joined the language around 1800.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “leotard” mean?
The word “leotard” means a tight, one-piece garment covering the torso, often worn for gymnastics, dance, or exercise. In plain terms, a snug, stretchy one-piece outfit worn for dance, gymnastics, or workouts.
How do you pronounce “leotard”?
“Leotard” is pronounced LEE-uh-tahd (/ˈliː.ə.tɑːɹd/ in IPA).
How do you use “leotard” in a sentence?
Here is “leotard” used in a sentence: “The gymnast adjusted her leotard before mounting the balance beam.”
What part of speech is “leotard”?
“Leotard” is a noun.
Where does the word “leotard” come from?
The word “leotard” dates back to around 1800 and comes from French. Named after Jules Léotard, a 19th-century French acrobat who popularised the garment while performing on the trapeze.
