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Definition of jumpsuit

jumpsuit

/ˈdʒʌmp.suːt/
jump · suit
Plural:jumpsuits
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jumpsuit Lexical Profile

jumpsuit Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A one-piece garment consisting of a shirt or bodice with attached trousers, typically worn as a fashion item or for casual wear.

Example

"She decided to wear a stylish black jumpsuit to the evening reception instead of a traditional dress."

2

A specialized, utilitarian one-piece protective garment worn by parachutists, skydivers, astronauts, or mechanics.

Example

"The experienced skydiver secured his parachute harness tightly over his brightly colored jumpsuit."

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• Nearby Words

jumping viper
jumpscare
jumpshot
jumpsuit
jumpy
junco
junction

Word Origin & Etymology

First coined around 1944, originally referring to the functional, one-piece uniform worn by paratroopers and skydivers during a parachute jump.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Jumpsuit. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/jumpsuit
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