Meaning of netherwear | Babel Free

Definitions

Clothing worn underneath; underwear; nethergarments.

uncountable, usually

Examples

“The campaign obviously caused havoc with the soldiers' netherwear, [...]”

“'I see. Well, I wonder if I might ask you a very big favour.' 'You might, Mr ... er ...' 'Acheson,' the salesman aid. 'Bless you,' said Lestrade. 'What favour?' 'Well, I'm in ladies' netherwear ...' Acheson confessed.”

“In Scottish regiments the Glengarry bonnet was worn by all, while the highland regiments still maintained the kilt as a suitable netherwear for active service.”

“[...] spas where you take off your bra but wear disposable netherwear; [...]”

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