Denim

/ˈdɛn.ɪm/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A durable cotton twill fabric, typically blue, used for jeans and other clothing.

She wore a stylish denim jacket over her dress.

A garment made from denim fabric, especially jeans.

He bought a new pair of denim for his trip.

The color of the fabric, often a shade of blue.

The walls were painted a soft denim shade, which complemented the furniture.

The term 'denim' comes from 'serge de Nîmes', a sturdy fabric that originated in the city of Nîmes, France.

denim jacket

A casual jacket made of denim, often worn for style.

denim skirt

A skirt made from denim fabric, usually casual.

denim on denim

A fashion trend where denim is worn with denim, such as a denim shirt with jeans.

jeans

Trousers made from denim fabric, typically blue.

overalls

A one-piece garment made from denim that covers the body and has straps over the shoulders.

jacket

A lightweight garment that can be made of denim.

Blue jeans

He's always in his favorite pair of denims.

Denim cutoffs

During summer, you often see people wearing denim cutoffs.