heavy-duty garments
[/ˈhɛvi ˈduːti ˈɡɑːrmənt/]
nounpl: heavy-duty garments
roupas resistentes; roupas de trabalho pesado
1. Clothing made from durable, reinforced materials designed to withstand heavy use, wear, and harsh conditions, typically worn for manual labor or outdoor work
The construction workers wore heavy-duty garments to protect themselves from injury on the job site.
Os operários de construção usavam roupas resistentes para se protegerem de ferimentos no canteiro de obras.
2. Sturdy clothing with reinforced seams, thick fabric, and protective features intended for industrial or demanding physical work
Heavy-duty garments made from canvas and denim are essential for welders and mechanics.
Roupas de trabalho pesado feitas de lona e jeans são essenciais para soldadores e mecânicos.
Heavy-duty garments are culturally significant in both Brazil and the USA as symbols of working-class labor and industrial pride. In Brazil, construction and factory workers are commonly seen wearing these garments, reflecting the country's strong manufacturing and construction industries. In the USA, heavy-duty workwear brands like Carhartt and Dickies have become cultural icons representing hard work and reliability. The phrase 'heavy-duty' itself conveys durability and strength, values highly respected in labor-intensive cultures.
NYC Slang
work gear; industrial threads
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