undershirt

noun

un·​der·​shirt ˈən-dər-ˌshərt How to pronounce undershirt (audio)
Synonyms of undershirtnext
: a collarless undergarment with or without sleeves
undershirted
ˈən-dər-ˌshər-təd How to pronounce undershirt (audio)
adjective

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These tops are classic, can be worn as undershirts or on their own, and come out to just $8 apiece. — Annie Blackman, InStyle, 22 June 2026 The father and sons each wore suit jackets and white undershirts for the special occasion. — ABC News, 7 May 2026 Rodriguez Romero was last seen wearing white boxers, a white undershirt and no shoes, officials said. — Shambhavi Rimal, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 Feb. 2026 Minutes later, the pair clashed again, with each having a firm hold on the other, and Haaland losing a chunk of his undershirt in the process. — James McNicholas, New York Times, 19 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for undershirt

Word History

First Known Use

1648, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of undershirt was in 1648

Rhymes for undershirt

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undershirt

noun
un·​der·​shirt ˈən-dər-ˌshərt How to pronounce undershirt (audio)
: a collarless undergarment for the upper body

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