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Definition of "wearability" [wearability]

  • The ability of a garment to withstand prolonged wear. (noun)

American Heritage(R) Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition. Copyright (c) 2011 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. All rights reserved.

Use "wearability" in a sentence
  • "Celebs such as Victoria Beckham may favour over-the-top styles and trends but for long-term wearability, experts advise purchasing sunglasses that are proportionate to your face shape and size."
  • "In addition to the peripatetic lifestyle, Minkoff was interested in the notion of wearability and getting the most mileage out of pieces in your closet."
  • "No, and its "wearability" is commensurate with your activity level."