Tracksuit — Definition & Meaning | Men's Fashion Glossary

Tracksuit

A matching two-piece set of a zip-up jacket and trousers, originally designed for athletics. Modern tracksuits in premium fabrics bridge athleisure and casual streetwear.

Also known as: Track Set. Category: Garment Types.

In men's style, "tracksuit" belongs to the Garment Types family of terminology. For the full A–Z reference of men's fashion and grooming vocabulary, see the Men's Style Glossary.

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