Meaning & Definition of word "Underwear"
Underwear
/ˈʌndərˌwɛr/
noun:
- 1. Clothing worn beneath outer clothes, typically next to the skin.
- Example: She bought some new underwear for her vacation.
- 2. Undergarments collectively, especially those for women or specific types like bras and panties.
- Example: The store has a large selection of women's underwear.
- 3. Garments worn underneath clothing, including items like undershirts and slips.
- Example: He prefers to wear comfortable underwear at home.
Etymology
●The term 'underwear' is derived from the combination of 'under' and 'wear', indicating clothing worn beneath outer clothing.
Common Phrases and Expressions
in one's underwear:
Dressed only in undergarments.
take off one's underwear:
To remove undergarments.
wearing nothing but underwear:
Clad only in undergarments.
Related Words
briefs:
A type of close-fitting underwear worn by men or women.
panties:
Women's or girls' undergarments.
bra:
A woman's undergarment for supporting the breasts.
Slang Meanings of underwear
Meaning: skivvies
● Example Sentence: He forgot to pack his skivvies for the trip.
Meaning: undies
● Example Sentence: She was embarrassed to buy new undies in the store.