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undergarment

noun

un·​der·​gar·​ment ˈən-dər-ˌgär-mənt How to pronounce undergarment (audio)
: a garment to be worn under another

Synonyms of undergarment

Examples of undergarment in a Sentence

pack plenty of warm undergarments for the ski vacation
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Made of sweat-wicking, breathable Nulu fabric, the undergarments are functional for workouts, traveling, and everyday wear. Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 1 Dec. 2025 The dress was Look 23 from the collection and was worn without the undergarment on the runway as part of Milan Fashion Week in March. Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 21 Nov. 2025 Weerti Thermal Underwear In extreme cases of in-flight chills, thermal undergarments are the way to go. Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 11 Nov. 2025 Warm or hot water should be reserved for towels and bedding, cotton undergarments, and clothing heavily soiled with oil. Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 8 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for undergarment

Word History

First Known Use

1530, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of undergarment was in 1530

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“Undergarment.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/undergarment. Accessed 3 Dec. 2025.

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undergarment

noun
un·​der·​gar·​ment ˈən-dər-ˌgär-mənt How to pronounce undergarment (audio)
: a garment to be worn under another

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