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T-shirt

noun \ ˈtē-ˌshərt \
variants: or less commonly
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Definition of T-shirt

: a collarless short-sleeved or sleeveless usually cotton undershirt; also : an outer shirt of similar design
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T-shirted

play \ˈtē-ˌshər-təd\ adjective

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First Known Use of t-shirt

1920

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T-SHIRT Defined for English Language Learners

T-shirt

noun

Definition of T-shirt for English Language Learners

  • : a shirt that has short sleeves and no collar and that is usually made of cotton

T-SHIRT Defined for Kids

T-shirt

noun
variants: also tee shirt \ˈtē-ˌshərt\

Definition of T-shirt for Students

: a shirt with short sleeves and no collar and usually made of cotton

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