Outerwears

Part of speech: noun

Definitions

1. An article of clothing worn on the outside, typically for warmth or protection against the elements
2. Garments designed for outdoor use, including jackets, coats, and sweaters that provide insulation or coverage
3. Clothing items that are suitable for layering over other attire and are intended for use outdoors in various weather conditions

Etymology: The plural "outerwears" is the form of "outerwear," a noun for garments worn over other clothing. The noun is a compound built from "outer" and "wear." "Outer" traces back to the Old English "ūte," meaning "outside," which was the basis for the adjective "out," with the comparative suffix "-er" added to form "outer." The second element, "wear," comes from the Old English "werian," meaning "to clothe" or "to wear," which is also the source of the modern verb. Joining these two parts produced a term for clothing meant to be put on over everything else.

Synonyms: jackets, coats, overcoats, parkas, raincoats

Antonyms: underwear, innerwear