formfitting

adjective

form·​fit·​ting ˈfȯrm-ˌfi-tiŋ How to pronounce formfitting (audio)
: conforming to the outline of the body : fitting snugly
a formfitting sweater

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The frock featured a formfitting bodice with a flouncy skirt, featuring a tiered design of voluminous fabric. Julia Teti, Footwear News, 3 Apr. 2025 The dress included a formfitting silhouette for drama and definition. Julia Teti, Footwear News, 27 Mar. 2025 The gown featured a formfitting silhouette and semi-sheer fabric throughout. Julia Teti, WWD, 3 Mar. 2025 The actress styled a dress with a formfitting silhouette and a cutout at the bodice. Julia Teti, WWD, 21 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for formfitting

Word History

First Known Use

1897, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of formfitting was in 1897

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“Formfitting.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/formfitting. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.

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