undershirt

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English

undershirt (1.1)

Etymology

From under- +‎ shirt.

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Noun

undershirt (plural undershirts)

  1. (fashion) An undergarment worn beneath a shirt, often collarless and sleeveless.
    • 2009, Peter Jungk, Crossing the Hudson, page 10:
      An undershirt absorbs moisture from your body and equalizes your body temperature.

Usage notes

As a rather generic term, undershirt is more often used in reference to male clothing, while female equivalents employ more specialized terminology.

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