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jumpsuit

noun

  1. one-piece suit consisting of conjoined shirt or top and trousers, originally worn by parachutists
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Wiktionary

Pronunciation: /ˈd͡ʒʌmpˌsut/

noun

Etymology: From jump + suit, referring to parachute jumps.

  1. A one-piece item of clothing originally used by parachutists.

    Hey baby, baby, baby he's a-lookin' so cute / Sneak around-round-round in a blue jumpsuit

  2. A similar item of clothing used for outdoor sports such as skiing.
  3. A similar item of clothing used as a prison uniform.