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Cat suits

Scope note

One-piece, tight-fitting main garments that extend from neck to ankles or feet, usually made of knitted material; designed for everyday wear rather than for physical activities; dating from the second half of the 20th century. Distinguished from "leotards", which are designed for physical activities such as by acrobats and dancers.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000257552

Broader Terms used

main garments

Term used for

catsuits
suits, cat

Equivalent Terms used

cat suit

Created

13yrs ago

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