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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The discussion focused on the role of cellulosic fibers—specifically, those made from wood pulp—as alternatives to synthetic materials in applications (like wet wipes) and other nonwovens (like blood-absorbing undergarments). Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 10 Mar. 2026 Roan wore a sheer black dress from the label with matching undergarments. Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 9 Mar. 2026 Others wear tiny undergarments marked with a letter inside a heart. Miguel Sirgado, Miami Herald, 5 Mar. 2026 Its focus on ultra-sexy styles over comfortable and practical undergarments, paired with out-of-touch marketing, pushed shoppers to emerging disruptors and other legacy competitors, leading to a decline in market share. Gabrielle Fonrouge, CNBC, 5 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for undergarment

Word History

First Known Use

1530, in the meaning defined above

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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 15 Mar. 2026.

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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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