Underwear

usgb/ˈʌndərwer/
noun

Clothing that is worn next to the skin, under other clothes.

She packed her suitcase with her favorite underwear for the trip.
Visual representation of "underwear" - Clothing that is worn next to the skin, under other clothes

Often appears as...

  • change one's underwear
  • pack one's underwear
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Privacy Matters

Talking about someone's underwear is usually private and can be seen as impolite or personal.

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You shouldn't ask about what underwear someone is wearing; it's private.
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Clothing Layer

'Underwear' refers to the layer of clothing directly touching the skin, usually hidden.

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Even though it's cold, you can't see his underwear beneath his clothes.
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Gender Variations

Different terms can describe men's and women's underwear, such as 'briefs' for men, 'panties' for women.

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She went shopping for bras and panties, while he looked for boxers.
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