long underwear

noun

US
: underwear that covers the legs and that is worn in cold weather

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web The soft, micro-fleece lining combined with the shell-style pants are like a warm hug when the conditions on your hike are not, and there’s room to add long underwear to maximize their use as well. Lauren Breedlove, Travel + Leisure, 21 Mar. 2023 Wear wool or synthetic long underwear (as opposed to cotton) to keep you warm during your overnight stay. Dobrina Zhekova, Travel + Leisure, 19 Mar. 2023

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“Long underwear.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/long%20underwear. Accessed 5 Jun. 2023.

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