overalls
noun/ˈoʊvərɔlz/
Frequency rank: #13,071 most common English word
Meaning
A one-piece garment with a bib front and shoulder straps, worn over clothes to protect them.
Example sentence
He put on his overalls before heading out to work in the garden.
Synonyms & related words
- dungarees
- coveralls
- workwear
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