close-fitting

adjective

Meaning

Tight and snug against the body or a surface.

Examples

She preferred close-fitting jeans that hugged her legs.
The tailor made a close-fitting suit that flattered his physique.

Synonyms: tight, snug, form-fitting, skintight

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close-fitting

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˌkloʊs ˈfɪtɪŋ/

Definition

Tight and snug against the body or a surface.

Examples

She preferred close-fitting jeans that hugged her legs.
The tailor made a close-fitting suit that flattered his physique.
The lid was close-fitting, preventing any spills.

How to Use close-fitting

close-fitting [noun] (collocation): Describes an item (clothing, lid, etc.) that is tight against something. — "The close-fitting hat kept her head warm."

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