Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
zoot-suit
Noun
/zuːt suːt/
Definition
A zoot suit is a style of flamboyant clothing that originated in the 1930s and 1940s, characterized by a long jacket with wide lapels and padded shoulders, high-waisted, wide-legged trousers, and often accessorized with a long watch chain.
Examples
- During the 1940s, young men often wore zoot suits to jazz clubs to showcase their individuality.
- The film highlighted the vibrant culture of the era, featuring characters dressed in stylish zoot suits.
Meaning
The zoot suit represents a distinctive fashion statement often associated with jazz music, cultural pride, and social movements, particularly among African American and Mexican American communities during that era.
Synonyms
- Baggy suit
- Jazz suit
- Dapper outfit
