Togs

/tɒɡz/

Meaning & Definition

noun
Clothing or attire, especially casual or informal garments.
She packed her togs for the beach trip.
A specific set of clothes worn for a particular activity.
He changed into his sports togs before the game.
Swimwear.
Don't forget to bring your togs if you plan on swimming.

Etymology

Possibly from the late 19th century, derived from a slang term for clothes.

Common Phrases and Expressions

get your togs on
To put on your clothes, especially for an occasion.
swim in your togs
To swim while wearing swimwear.

Related Words

attire
Clothing or garments, often referring to formal wear.
garb
Clothing or dress, often used in a more stylized context.

Slang Meanings

A casual reference to clothing, often used in informal contexts.
I'm just going to wear some togs to the barbecue.
Referring specifically to swimwear in a light-hearted manner.
The beach is calling; time to grab my togs!