Tee: meaning, definitions and examples

Often used as a casual term for 't-shirt,' especially in informal conversations or fashion descriptions.

• I bought a cool new tee online
• She wore a graphic tee to the concert

Refers specifically to a casual short-sleeved shirt with a round neckline, typically made of cotton. Commonly used in everyday language.

• She paired her jeans with a plain black t-shirt
• They handed out free t-shirts at the marathon

A general term for any upper body clothing. Used frequently in fashion to refer to a wide range of garments including t-shirts, blouses, and tank tops.

• She wore a sparkly top to the party
• I need a new top to go with this skirt

Commonly used in both formal and casual settings. Can refer to a variety of upper body garments, including dress shirts, long-sleeve shirts, and casual shirts.

• He wore a crisp white shirt to the office
• Do you have a clean shirt for the event?

Besides golf, 'tee' can also refer to a 't-shirt', usually used in casual settings to describe a type of clothing.

• He wore a colorful tee to the beach party

Peg can refer to a small, usually wooden or plastic, object used to hang things like clothes or to hold something in place. It can also be used metaphorically to categorize or classify.

• She used a peg to hang her wet clothes on the line
• He tried to peg me as someone who doesn't like sports

Stand is used to describe a structure or support that holds something in an upright position. It can also mean an act of taking a position on an issue.

• He placed the microphone on the stand before starting his speech
• She took a stand against bullying in her school

Used as a verb; means to position or place a ball on a tee in golf.

• Make sure to tee the ball properly before you swing.
• He teed the ball and took a deep breath before his shot.

Used when describing the action of positioning the ball onto a tee, usually in golf.

• You should place the ball on the tee carefully to avoid it falling off.
• After setting up the tee, he placed the ball on tee and got ready to hit.

Generic term commonly used in sports and other activities; refers to the process of arranging equipment or preparing a position. Can also mean a planned arrangement or scheme, sometimes with a negative connotation.

• The set-up for the new project took most of the morning.
• He realized too late that the whole thing was a set-up.