underwear

[ˈʌndəweər]

underwear Definition

clothing worn under other clothes, next to the skin.

Using underwear: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "underwear" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I need to buy some new underwear.

  • Example

    She was embarrassed when her underwear showed through her dress.

  • Example

    He forgot to pack his underwear for the trip.

underwear Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for underwear

  • lingerie
  • intimates
  • undergarments

Phrases with underwear

  • men's underwear

    clothing worn by men under other clothes, next to the skin

    Example

    He prefers to wear boxers as his men's underwear.

  • women's underwear

    clothing worn by women under other clothes, next to the skin

    Example

    She likes to wear lace panties as her women's underwear.

  • underwear designed to keep the body warm, usually made of a blend of cotton and synthetic fibers

    Example

    He wore thermal underwear to stay warm during the winter hike.

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Summary: underwear in Brief

The term 'underwear' [ˈʌndəweər] refers to clothing worn under other clothes, next to the skin. It includes both men's and women's underwear, as well as thermal underwear designed to keep the body warm. Synonyms include 'lingerie' and 'intimates,' while informal terms include 'undies' and 'unmentionables.'

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