Hawaiian shirt

noun

: a usually short-sleeved sport shirt with a colorful pattern

Examples of Hawaiian shirt in a Sentence

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Smiling faces dressed in Hawaiian shirts, floral dresses and colorful leis packed the Margaritaville Hotel lobby in western Wyandotte County under a giant, navy blue flip flop — margaritas in hand. Madeline King, Kansas City Star, 18 June 2025 Aside from meals, other Friday traditions could include having a casual dress theme in the office, such as Hawaiian shirt Friday or flannel Friday. Sho Dewan, Forbes.com, 16 June 2025 Men's stars and stripes Hawaiian shirt: $23.99 Look your best while celebrating America with a stars and stripes Hawaiian shirt. Christopher Murray May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 13 June 2025 Leading the service was Kody's brother-in-law, Tim, who arrived wearing a Hawaiian shirt and shorts. Dory Jackson, People.com, 19 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for Hawaiian shirt

Word History

First Known Use

1952, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Hawaiian shirt was in 1952

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“Hawaiian shirt.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Hawaiian%20shirt. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.

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