Clothes and Fashion - Underwear, Nightwear and Loungewear

Here you will learn the name of different types of underwear, nightwear and loungewear in English, such as "slip", "pajamas", and "briefs".

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Clothes and Fashion

a long loose garment similar to a nightdress, worn by women or girls in bed

Ex: The little girl wore a pink nightgown with floral patterns to bed .
lingerie [noun]

women's underwear, sleepwear and light robes worn in bed

Ex: After a long day , she looked forward to slipping into her comfortable silk lingerie and cozy robe .
slip [noun]

a loose piece of underwear resembling a thin sleeveless dress that has two shoulder straps

bra [noun]

a piece of underwear worn by women to cover and support their breasts

Ex: She wore a strapless bra under her evening gown .
bandeau [noun]

a garment that covers the breasts of a woman and has no straps

a loose light underskirt that has a pleated, ruffled or lace edge

thong [noun]

a women's underpants or swimwear that has a narrow piece of cloth at the back and a waistband

panties [noun]

a short piece of clothing that women wear under the pants, skirts, etc.

a type of women's undergarment that provide minimal coverage of the buttocks and genital area

girdle [noun]

a type of women's undergarment that shapes and supports the torso, hips, and abdomen

a short, loose-fitting dress or nightgown, often with a ruffled or lacy hemline, typically worn as sleepwear or as a cute and playful style of dress

gown [noun]

a long, flowing dress worn by women as a nightwear

a long loose robe with a belt that is worn indoors while dressing or resting

camisole [noun]

a type of sleeveless women's undergarment worn as a top, usually made of thin material like silk or cotton

Ex: She wore a silk camisole under her blazer .

a form-fitting garment that covers the torso, legs, and arms, often worn as lingerie or as a costume piece

body-contouring undergarments worn to shape and smooth the body under clothing

a garment worn underneath a skirt or dress to add fullness and shape

corset [noun]

a tightly fitted women's undergarment designed to shape and support the torso

Ex: Many modern corsets are designed with comfort in mind while still providing support .
bloomers [noun]

loose-fitting undergarments, typically ending just above the knee and featuring an elastic waistband

an undergarment worn underneath a skirt or dress, covering the lower half of the body and typically ending at or just above the knee

knickers [noun]

a short piece of underwear for the lower body, worn by women or girls

Ex: She prefers wearing cotton knickers for their comfort and breathability .
shorts [noun]

underpants with short legs, worn by men

Ex: The company has a dress code that allows wearing shorts on Fridays .
briefs [noun]

legless underwear that fits tightly

Ex: She bought a pack of cotton briefs for her son .
singlet [noun]

a sleeveless undershirt, typically worn as a comfortable and sweat-absorbing undergarment

an undergarment designed to provide support and protection to the male genitalia during athletic activity

a type of loungewear for men, originally designed to be worn while smoking cigars or pipes to protect clothing from the odor of tobacco

a long loose garment like a shirt worn in bed

a type of undergarment worn for extra warmth in cold weather, covering the legs and torso

jammies [noun]

(usually plural and used by children) a loose and light two-piece garment worn in bed

pajamas [noun]

a loose jacket or shirt and pants worn in bed

Ex: I like to wear comfortable pajamas when I sleep .

a dressing gown or a loose-fitting, lightweight outer garment worn around the house

a clothing item worn beneath outer clothing by men and women that covers the lower part of their bodies

Ex: She prefers cotton underpants for everyday wear .
pants [noun]

underwear worn by men and women to cover the lower part of their bodies

Ex: The elastic in his pants had worn out and needed to be replaced .

a type of undergarment that keep you warm in cold weather, designed to trap body heat

basque [noun]

a tight-fitting piece of clothing that covers the body from under the arms to the top of the legs, usually worn as an underwear by women

bustier [noun]

a form-fitting garment that is typically strapless, designed to enhance a woman's figure and support her bust

a long, loose, comfortable garment worn at home, usually by women, designed for ease of wear and comfort

negligee [noun]

a loose, flowing garment, typically made of a light, sheer fabric such as silk or chiffon, that is worn by women as a nightgown or a dressing gown

peignoir [noun]

a long, loose-fitting dressing gown, usually worn by women after taking a bath or shower

Ex: The actress draped a chiffon peignoir over her shoulders as she prepared for her close-up on set
shift [noun]

a simple and loose-fitting dress that hangs straight down from the shoulders and does not have a waistline

Ex: A linen shift is perfect for staying cool on a hot day .

a specialized bra for breastfeeding, with convenient openings for easy access and additional support features

reusable underwear designed with absorbent layers to manage menstrual flow, providing an eco-friendly alternative to disposable pads or tampons