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

You shouldn't ask about what underwear someone is wearing; it's private.
Clothing Layer
'Underwear' refers to the layer of clothing directly touching the skin, usually hidden.

Even though it's cold, you can't see his underwear beneath his clothes.
Gender Variations
Different terms can describe men's and women's underwear, such as 'briefs' for men, 'panties' for women.

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