fitted diaper

English

Noun

fitted diaper (plural fitted diapers)

1. (Canada, US) A cloth diaper that is contoured to the wearer with elastic bands around the legs and waist, adjustable with snaps or Velcro straps.
   • 2003, Theresa Rodriguez Farrisi, Diaper Changes: The Complete Diapering Book and Resource Guide, 3 edition, M. Evans, →ISBN, page 11:

     The all-in-one is a type [of diaper] constructed from a soft, inner layer, several absorbent middle layers, elasticized legs (much like fitted diapers) and a waterproof outer layer.

   • 2010, Kathleen Huggins, The Expectant Parents' Companion: Simplifying What to Do, Buy, Or Borrow for an Easy Life with Baby, ReadHowYouWant.com, →ISBN, page 95:

     Fitted diapers have attached fasteners, either snaps or Velcro-type closures. Because of the elastic around the legs and waist, fitted diapers prevent leakage better than other cloth diapers do, although they still need an added cover.

   • 2021, Bailey Bouwman, Cloth Diapers: The Ultimate Guide to Textiles, Washing & More, Simply Bailey Social Marketing, →ISBN, page 86:

     Many families use fitted diapers all day, and all night. The Esembly Baby system is a great daytime system that recently came to market. Fitted diapers still need to be changed regularly throughout the day, like other diapers.

Synonyms

• fitted nappy (UK and Commonwealth)