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OH-vuh-rawlz
Overalls (noun) means a loose garment worn over normal clothing to protect it during dirty or heavy work. Example: “The mechanic changed into his overalls before working under the car.”
noun
1
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
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
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA one-piece work outfit with straps over the shoulders, worn to protect regular clothes.
UK vs US
In British English, "overalls" often means a boiler suit; in American English, it usually means the bib-and-strap style with a separate shirt underneath.
Common pairings
pair of overalls
denim overalls
work overalls
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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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