Bermudas

plural noun

Ber·​mu·​das (ˌ)bər-ˈmyü-dəz How to pronounce Bermudas (audio)
especially Southern -ˈmü-dəz

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From micro shorts and denim cutoffs to tailored Bermudas and silky sets, there’s a shorts outfit formula to match every summer aesthetic and occasion. Emily Kelleher, InStyle, 5 June 2026 Relaxed tailoring continues to lead the season through loose blazers, soft suiting, easy trousers and deconstructed layers styled with an undone attitude, especially when paired with shorter shorts or Bermudas. Alex Badia, Footwear News, 22 May 2026 To get started, try wearing them with a pair of dark-wash Bermudas and a trendy funnel-neck top for a summer look that feels elevated yet totally laid-back—perfect for a nice dinner or fancy cocktails. Kelsey Stiegman, Glamour, 30 Apr. 2026 Team a cotton tee with jersey shorts or baggy denim Bermudas. Natalie Hammond, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Mar. 2026 Pair gray wool Bermudas with a matching jacket for a twisted take on the tomboy suit. Christina Holevas, Vogue, 30 July 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1950, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Bermudas was in 1950

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“Bermudas.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Bermudas. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.

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