Phrase guide

ghillie suit

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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Pronunciation

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  • Received-Pronunciation: /ˈɡɪli ˈsuːt/
  • Southern-England: Recorded audio is listed in the source snapshot.
  • General-American: /ˈɡɪli ˈsut/

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noun

Meaning 1

A type of overall covered in torn cloth shreds (faux foliage), used as camouflage by hunters and military snipers.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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Meaning relationships

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Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

As worn by ghillies (gillies) (Scottish hunting guides) in the 19th century.