nounpl: workwear (uncountable)
roupas de trabalho
1. Clothing designed to be worn during work, especially durable clothes suitable for manual labor or professional environments
The construction workers wore heavy-duty workwear to protect themselves on the job site.
Os operários usavam roupas de trabalho resistentes para se protegerem no canteiro de obras.
2. Professional or business attire worn in office or corporate settings
Her workwear consisted of tailored blazers and dress pants.
Suas roupas de trabalho consistiam em blazers ajustados e calças sociais.
3. A clothing category or industry focused on manufacturing durable work clothes
The workwear industry has seen significant growth with increased demand for comfortable yet functional clothing.
A indústria de roupas de trabalho teve crescimento significativo com a demanda aumentada por roupas confortáveis e funcionais.
In Brazil, workwear ranges from simple uniforms in service industries to specialized protective gear in construction and manufacturing. The term reflects both the practical necessity of durable clothing for labor and the growing corporate culture emphasizing appropriate professional dress. In the USA, workwear has evolved from purely functional attire to a fashion category, with brands incorporating style into durable work clothing. The distinction between workwear and casual wear has become increasingly blurred in modern flexible work environments.
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