undergarment

noun

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

Examples of undergarment in a Sentence

pack plenty of warm undergarments for the ski vacation
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One 15-year-old, who evacuated with just one change of clothing before her home was destroyed in the Eaton fire, picked up toiletries and socks, undergarments, pants and shirts. Sarah Quiñones Wolfson, Los Angeles Times, 15 Jan. 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, 15 Jan. 2025 The differing sizes are perfect for keeping my tops, bottoms, undergarments, and accessories organized. Neha Tandon, People.com, 11 Jan. 2025 Here’s what to add to your cart for a 2025 undergarment refresh — starting at just $11. Jessie Quinn, People.com, 2 Jan. 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 22 Jan. 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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