tank top

noun

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

Examples of tank top in a Sentence

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Copy Gaines by styling it with a white scoop-neck tank top and jeans or hop on the stylish pants trend worn by celebs like Meryl Streep and Katie Holmes by wearing it with wide-leg pants and a white button-up shirt. Hailey Roy, People.com, 8 Aug. 2025 Of course, the magic of this outfit is in the details—from the sheer feathery cotton of the tank top to the low-slung waistband of her navy trousers (yes, black and navy. Sam Reed, Glamour, 30 July 2025 Peloton Interlock Bonded Performance Run Tank Along with casual looks and everyday accessories, the Nordstrom sale also includes athletic wear like this performance tank top from Peloton. Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 29 July 2025 My 16-year-old daughter loves her tank tops, especially on hot summer days when staying cool is of utmost importance. Jacquelyn Smith, Parents, 28 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for tank top

Word History

First Known Use

1950, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 22 Aug. 2025.

Kids Definition

tank top

noun
: a sleeveless collarless shirt with a low neckline
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