1
of clothing : ready-made
2
: dealing in ready-made clothes
ready-to-wear stores
ready-to-wear noun

Examples of ready-to-wear in a Sentence

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The collection presents both pre-shrunk and shrink-to-fit garments, allowing individuals to pick between a ready-to-wear or vintage wear experience. Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 22 July 2025 Available in 10 vibrant and neutral colors, including the actress’s bright blue shade, this shirt is made to be ready-to-wear immediately after drying. Averi Baudler, People.com, 13 July 2025 The launch further broadened the fashion company’s scope, which encompasses ready-to-wear, couture, bridal, accessories, eyewear, childrenswear, watches and fragrances. Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 10 July 2025 Unlike the month-long, four-city whirlwind of ready-to-wear, Haute Couture is brief—and for many, the final industry commitment before September. Ian Malone, Vogue, 10 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for ready-to-wear

Word History

First Known Use

1895, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of ready-to-wear was in 1895

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“Ready-to-wear.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ready-to-wear. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.

Kids Definition

ready-to-wear

adjective
ˌred-ēt-ə-ˈwa(ə)r,
-ˈwe(ə)r
: made in a standard size and not for any particular person

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