boxer briefs
plural noun
: underwear shorts that are longer than briefs (see brief entry 2 sense 4) and that typically have a snugger fit than boxer shorts
While boxers were once an old standby, they bunch up under a slim-fitting pant and aren't as supportive for the gym-going guy. The solution: boxer briefs.—
Jennifer Benjamin
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The entire sequence saw Joe simply sporting boxer briefs as Bronte was fully clothed.
—Dory Jackson, People.com, 25 Apr. 2025
The actor shared memories of the time his balls unwittingly protruded out of his boxer briefs during an off-Broadway production, on the latest episode of the SmartLess podcast.
—Jessica Wang, EW.com, 28 Apr. 2025
Other Great Underwear: Unbound Merino Boxers for $45: Unbound's boxer briefs are very soft and comfortable.
—Scott Gilbertson, WIRED, 6 Mar. 2025
Whether boxers, briefs, boxer briefs, or bras, go for materials that are going to help move moisture away from your skin.
—Scott Gilbertson, WIRED, 22 Feb. 2025
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Dory Jackson, People.com, 25 Apr. 2025
The actor shared memories of the time his balls unwittingly protruded out of his boxer briefs during an off-Broadway production, on the latest episode of the SmartLess podcast.
—Jessica Wang, EW.com, 28 Apr. 2025
Other Great Underwear: Unbound Merino Boxers for $45: Unbound's boxer briefs are very soft and comfortable.
—Scott Gilbertson, WIRED, 6 Mar. 2025
Whether boxers, briefs, boxer briefs, or bras, go for materials that are going to help move moisture away from your skin.
—Scott Gilbertson, WIRED, 22 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for boxer briefs
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“Boxer briefs.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/boxer%20briefs. Accessed 22 May. 2025.
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