Definition

A piece of clothing that is worn underneath outer clothes, usually close to the skin.

Example

She chose a comfortable undergarment to wear under her dress.

Conversation

I just bought some new undergarment sets for the summer.

Nice! It’s always good to have fresh ones.

Yeah, I like to match them with my outfits.

That’s a great idea! It makes getting ready way more fun.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Undergarment → It is formed from "under-" (meaning beneath or below) and "garment" (from Old French *garment*, meaning clothing or attire). The word "undergarment" refers to clothing worn beneath outer garments.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is worn 'beneath' ('under-') your regular clothes ('garment'). This helps you remember that an undergarment is clothing that goes underneath.

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