tank top

noun

: a sleeveless collarless shirt with usually wide shoulder straps and no front opening

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All three pieces are lightweight, but the shorts and tank top paired together are particularly breathable for summer’s hottest days. Aashna Gheewalla, PEOPLE, 28 May 2026 Underneath, a white tank top with a small Loewe logo on the chest is visible. Kelsey Stiegman, Glamour, 27 May 2026 This tank top and wide-leg set from Amazon kept me cool after landing in tropical weather, and comfortable enough for long stretches in transit, but elevated enough to wear straight to the resort. Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 25 May 2026 For the outing, Swift wore a black tank top with sparkly neckline details paired with loose-fitting jeans, heels and a dark jacket. ABC News, 24 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for tank top

Word History

First Known Use

1950, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of tank top was in 1950

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“Tank top.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tank%20top. Accessed 2 Jun. 2026.

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tank top

noun
: a sleeveless collarless shirt with a low neckline
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