Panties: meaning, definitions and examples

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panties

[ ˈpæntiːz ]

Noun

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underwear

Panties are a type of underwear worn by women and girls that cover the groin area and buttocks. They come in various styles, such as briefs, thongs, and boyshorts, and are typically made of soft fabrics like cotton, silk, or lace. Panties are worn for comfort, hygiene, and modesty.

Synonyms

intimates, undergarments, underwear.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
panties	Typically used to refer to women's underwear, often in a casual or informal context. She bought a new set of silk panties. Her panties are pink.
underwear	A common and neutral term used to describe underclothing for both men and women in everyday conversation. He bought new underwear at the store. She found a comfortable set of underwear online.
undergarments	A formal or general term for any kind of underclothing for both men and women. She packed a few undergarments for her trip. High-quality undergarments are essential for comfort.
intimates	Usually refers to lingerie or more special types of underclothing for women, often used in the context of fashion or in a retail setting. The store has a beautiful selection of intimates. She prefers to shop for her intimates online.

Examples of usage

They were embarrassed when their panties accidentally showed.
She picked out a cute pair of lace panties to wear on her date.
He prefers to wear boxer briefs instead of traditional panties.

Translations

Translations of the word "panties" in other languages:

🇵🇹 calcinha

🇮🇳 जाँघिया

🇩🇪 Unterhose

🇮🇩 celana dalam

🇺🇦 труси

🇵🇱 majtki

🇯🇵 パンティー

🇫🇷 culotte

🇪🇸 bragas

🇹🇷 külot

🇰🇷 팬티

🇸🇦 سروال داخلي

🇨🇿 kalhotky

🇸🇰 nohavice

🇨🇳 内裤

🇸🇮 hlačke

🇮🇸 nærbuxur

🇰🇿 трусы

🇬🇪 ტრუსი

🇦🇿 tuman

🇲🇽 calzones

Etymology

The word 'panties' originated in the early 20th century as a diminutive form of 'pants,' referring to an undergarment worn by women. It is commonly used in American English to describe women's underwear. The evolution of women's undergarments over time has led to the variety of styles and materials available in modern panties.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #18,725, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.

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18723 exhilarating
18724 reducible
18725 panties
18726 sensuality
18727 evasive
18728 disinfectant
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