loose-fitting
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of loose-fitting
First recorded in 1880–85
Example Sentences
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Mescal, who was nominated for best actor, wore a loose-fitting black suit with a white shirt under, while singer-songwriter Abrams turned heads in a dark brown dress with a floral green pattern.
From BBC
Ghanaians have rushed to defend their colourful handwoven "fugu" smocks after President John Mahama's wearing of the loose-fitting traditional garment on a recent state visit to Zambia caused an online storm.
From Barron's
Italian brand Zegna paired structured jackets with loose-fitting trousers in natural tones of green and terracotta, while Tod's showcased leather jackets lined with cashmere.
From Barron's
The army man, now a general, has, for the main, ditched the camouflage in favour of the baseball cap and tracksuit, or a boubou - traditional Guinean attire of loose-fitting robes with elaborate embroidery.
From BBC
Under the rules imposed after the Islamic Revolution of 1979, all women in Iran are required to cover their hair with a veil in public and wear modest and loose-fitting clothing.
From Barron's
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