Casualwear: meaning, definitions and examples

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casualwear

 

[ ˈkæʒ.u.əl.wɛər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

everyday clothing

Casualwear refers to the type of clothing that is comfortable and suitable for everyday wear, such as jeans, t-shirts, and sneakers. It is often worn in informal settings and is characterized by its relaxed and laid-back style.

Synonyms

everyday wear, informal clothing.

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Word Description / Examples
casualwear

Used when referring to clothing that is suitable for everyday use and typically not formal or professional. Often used in stores and fashion discussions.

  • I need to buy some new casualwear for the weekend.
  • Their store specializes in casualwear for teens.
everyday wear

This term refers to clothing that people wear on a daily basis for general activities such as running errands or hanging out at home. It focuses on the routine aspect.

  • These sneakers are perfect for everyday wear.
  • I prefer comfortable jeans for my everyday wear.
informal clothing

Used to describe clothing that is not suited for formal occasions or workplaces. It can be used when making distinctions between formal and casual attire.

  • The dress code for the event is informal clothing.
  • He showed up in informal clothing and felt out of place at the gala.

Examples of usage

  • I prefer casualwear over formal attire for weekend outings.
  • She dressed in casualwear for the beach party.

Translations

Translations of the word "casualwear" in other languages:

🇵🇹 roupa casual

🇮🇳 कैज़ुअल पहनावा

🇩🇪 Freizeitkleidung

🇮🇩 pakaian kasual

🇺🇦 повсякденний одяг

🇵🇱 ubrania codzienne

🇯🇵 カジュアルウェア

🇫🇷 vêtements décontractés

🇪🇸 ropa casual

🇹🇷 günlük kıyafet

🇰🇷 캐주얼웨어

🇸🇦 ملابس غير رسمية

🇨🇿 neformální oblečení

🇸🇰 neformálne oblečenie

🇨🇳 休闲装

🇸🇮 priložnostna oblačila

🇮🇸 frjáls klæði

🇰🇿 кездейсоқ киім

🇬🇪 ყოველდღიური ტანსაცმელი

🇦🇿 gündəlik geyim

🇲🇽 ropa casual

Etymology

The concept of casualwear emerged in the mid-20th century as a response to the growing demand for comfortable and practical clothing. With the rise of casual Fridays in the workplace and the influence of popular culture, casualwear became more mainstream. Today, casualwear is a staple in many wardrobes, reflecting a shift towards a more relaxed and informal style of dressing.

See also: casually, casualness, casualties, casualty.