Bathing dress has seen many synonymic expressions over the years. The most popular one, especially in the Victorian era, was the term "bathing costume". One-piece bathing suit and swimsuit have become the standard synonyms for bathing dress in modern times. Bathing suit refers to a garment that can be worn for swimming, while a swimsuit can be used for various aqua-related activities, including diving, surfing, and water polo. A few other alternatives include beachwear, swimming costume, and beach dress. The UK's widely used term for a women's bathing dress is a "swimming costume" or "swimming suit," while others term it "swimsuit" or "bathing suit."".