lingerie

lin·ge·rie | \ ˌlän-jə-ˈrā

How to pronounce lingerie (audio)

, ˌläⁿ-zhə-

How to pronounce lingerie (audio)

, -ˈrē; ˈlaⁿ-zhə-(ˌ)rē, ˈlän-jə-, ˈläⁿ-zhə-, -ˌrā \

Definition of lingerie

1 : women's intimate apparel

2 archaic : linen articles or garments

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Recent Examples on the Web Try Wacoal, another coveted lingerie brand that's serving up can’t-beat-’em deals as part of this savings event. — Arielle Tschinkel, USA TODAY, "Cozy bras and celeb-approved underwear are seriously discounted at Nordstrom right now," 12 Aug. 2020 Nubian Skin was founded on the principle of providing nude lingerie, hosiery, and swimwear for women of color. — T+l Editors, Travel + Leisure, "10 Brands That Make Skin Tone-inclusive Products — From Cosmetics to Footwear," 11 Aug. 2020 Also exempt are traditional supplies like binders, calculators and pens, and other clothing including event diapers and lingerie, among other things. — Orlando Sentinel Staff, orlandosentinel.com, "Back-to-school sales tax holiday is happening this weekend," 7 Aug. 2020 Singer Rihanna and her company Fenty (for whom Megan The Stallion worked with for the lingerie brand’s summer 2020 campaign) also sent the rapper a card with flowers. — Natalie Morin, refinery29.com, "Lizzo Hosted A Perfectly Over-The-Top Black Is King-Themed Watch Party," 31 July 2020 Megan, a Savage x Fenty brand partner, shared a photo of herself modeling Rihanna's lingerie brand (looking completely incredible, unsurprisingly), as well as a snap of Riri's gift. — Emily Dixon, Marie Claire, "Rihanna Sent Megan Thee Stallion Flowers and a Sweet Note After She Was Shot," 29 July 2020 Before Donald Trump started his campaign for the U.S. presidency, the Slovenian town of Sevnica was known for its lingerie factory, a salami festival and a 900-year-old castle. — Lyndsey Matthews, Redbook, "You Can Now Go On Melania Trump-Themed Tours In Slovenia," 7 June 2017 In her Instagram post, Megan, whose real name is Megan Pete, included two photos of herself modeling a lacey Savage X Fenty piece of lingerie as well as a third shot of the thoughtful card from Rihanna and her team. — Georgia Slater, PEOPLE.com, "Rihanna Sends Megan Thee Stallion Gorgeous Flowers for a ‘Speedy Recovery’ After Shooting Incident," 29 July 2020 Instead, thanks to Rihanna and her lingerie brand’s group of ambassadors and fans, you can get transported to a beach simply by scrolling through the latest Savage x Fenty campaign. — Eliza Huber, refinery29.com, "Rihanna Takes A Virtual Vacation In The New Savage x Fenty Campaign," 2 July 2020

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“Lingerie.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lingerie. Accessed 22 Aug. 2020.

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