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Meaning of loose-fitting
The primary meaning of "loose-fitting" refers to clothing that is not tightly fitted to the body.
Etymology of loose-fitting
The word "loose-fitting" has its roots in the combination of "loose" which comes from Old English "lōs" meaning free, and "fitting" from the verb "fit" which comes from Old English "fittian" meaning to make something suitable, the term "loose-fitting" emerged to describe clothing that is not closely fitted to the body, with historical usage dating back to the 15th century.
Synonyms
baggy
relaxed
oversized
roomy
spacious
comfortable
loose
sloppy
untailored
unfitted
unstructured
casual
easy-fitting
flowing
full
generous
informal
lax
slack
sloppy
soft
voluminous
airy
billowy
capacious
commodious
droopy
effortless
floppy
free-flowing
languid
lazy
lax
relaxed
shapeless
slack
sloppy
slouchy
ungainly
unshapely
untailored
Definitions
- The Oxford Languages definition of "loose-fitting" is:
- + (of clothing) not closely fitting the body
- + (of a part of a garment) not tightly fitted or tailored
Usage Examples
- She preferred loose-fitting clothes that allowed her to move freely.
- * The loose-fitting dress was perfect for the summer weather.
- * He wore loose-fitting trousers that were comfortable for hiking.