sportswear

"Sportswear" refers to clothes made for sports, exercise, and other active movement. It includes things like running shoes, tracksuits, leggings, shorts, sports bras, and light shirts that are easy to move in. These clothes are often chosen because they are comfortable, practical, and suited to physical activity. Today, people also wear them in daily life, so you might see someone in sportswear at the gym, on a walk, or while doing errands. In many cases, the word simply means clothing with a sporty, active style.

Originally, "sportswear" referred to clothes worn for sports and games. Over time, the meaning became broader. Today, it usually means clothing made for exercise, training, and active movement, but it can also include casual clothes with a sporty look.

It is not only about what you wear to play sports. The word often suggests clothes that are made to feel light, flexible, and comfortable during movement. Common examples include tracksuits, shorts, leggings, trainers, hoodies, and shirts made from breathable fabric. Some pieces are designed to help keep the body cool and dry during exercise.

The meaning can change a little depending on context. In everyday speech, people often use "sportswear" for gym clothes or activewear. In fashion, it can also describe clothing inspired by sport that people wear casually, even when they are not exercising. Because of this, someone might wear sportswear for a run, a workout, a walk, or just for comfort.

In some business or news contexts, "sportswear" can also refer to the category or market for this kind of clothing. For example, an article might talk about trends in sportswear or the growth of the sportswear market. Most of the time, though, the word simply refers to clothes made for sport, exercise, or an active lifestyle.