The latest gear to fit around steps (9)
I believe the answer is:
spacesuit
'the latest gear' is the definition.
The answer and definition can be both man-made objects as well as being singular nouns.
Perhaps they are linked in a way I don't understand?
'fit around steps' is the wordplay.
'fit' becomes 'suit' (suiting is a kind of fitting).
'around' indicates putting letters inside.
'steps' becomes 'paces ' (pace is a kind of step).
'suit' going around 'paces' is 'SPACESUIT'.
'to' is the link.
Can you help me to learn more?
(Other definitions for spacesuit that I've seen before include "Sealed garment worn by an astronaut" , "satellite outfit?" , "out-of- this-world costume?" , "Bulky clothing" , "- "heavenly" outfit here?" .)