undergarment

noun

un·​der·​gar·​ment ˈən-dər-ˌgär-mənt How to pronounce undergarment (audio)
: a garment to be worn under another

Examples of undergarment in a Sentence

pack plenty of warm undergarments for the ski vacation
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With no jewelry, accessories, or undergarments, Censori appeared nude before the cameras, save for the sheer fabric. Shania Russell, EW.com, 3 Feb. 2025 And ever since Taylor Swift was photographed wearing the Forme Power Bra while rehearsing for her Eras Tour, interest and curiosity about the undergarment has only soared. Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 14 Jan. 2025 While he's never asked anyone on live TV, Seacrest confirms that some guests have confided in him regarding their choice of undergarments. Ralphie Aversa, USA TODAY, 30 Dec. 2024 The polish issues that Michelle brings up with her look this week are also really big problems: The bottom of the breastplate is visible, her undergarments are showing in the back, the sizing of the hair is totally wrong, etc. Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 24 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for undergarment 

Word History

First Known Use

1530, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of undergarment was in 1530

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“Undergarment.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/undergarment. Accessed 16 Feb. 2025.

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undergarment

noun
un·​der·​gar·​ment ˈən-dər-ˌgär-mənt How to pronounce undergarment (audio)
: a garment to be worn under another

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