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Jumpsuit vs Tracksuit - What's the difference?

jumpsuit | tracksuit |

As nouns the difference between jumpsuit and tracksuit

is that jumpsuit is a one-piece item of clothing originally used by parachutists while tracksuit is a garment, usually consisting of a top and trousers (commonly known as tracksuit bottoms) worn as an outer layer by participants in sporting events such as athletics. The tracksuit is usually designed to be easily removed or replaced, before or after competing. Tracksuits have also been adopted in some cultures as leisurewear.

jumpsuit

Noun

(en noun)
  • a one-piece item of clothing originally used by parachutists
  • a similar item of clothing used for outdoor sports such as skiing
  • Alternative forms

    *jump suit

    tracksuit

    Noun

    (en noun)
  • a garment, usually consisting of a top and trousers (commonly known as tracksuit bottoms ) worn as an outer layer by participants in sporting events such as athletics. The tracksuit is usually designed to be easily removed or replaced, before or after competing. Tracksuits have also been adopted in some cultures as leisurewear.
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    Synonyms

    * jogging suit (US) * jogger, joggers (British)

    See also

    * shell suit * sweat shirt