"form-fitting" meaning in All languages combined

See form-fitting on Wiktionary

Adjective [English]

Forms: more form-fitting [comparative], most form-fitting [superlative]
Head templates: {{en-adj}} form-fitting (comparative more form-fitting, superlative most form-fitting)
  1. (of clothing) Fitting closely to the body of the wearer, thus clearly revealing its shape. Categories (topical): Clothing Synonyms: close-fitting, figure-hugging, slinky, snug, tight, tight-fitting

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