Unmentionables: meaning, definitions and examples
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unmentionables
[ ʌnˈmɛnʃ(ə)nəb(ə)lz ]
clothing
Unmentionables refer to undergarments, especially those worn by women. They are called unmentionables because they are considered intimate and not to be discussed in polite conversation.
Synonyms
lingerie, undergarments, unwear
Examples of usage
- She packed her unmentionables in her suitcase.
- The store sells a variety of women's unmentionables.
Translations
Translations of the word "unmentionables" in other languages:
🇵🇹 roupa íntima
🇮🇳 अंडरगारमेंट्स
🇩🇪 Unterwäsche
🇮🇩 pakaian dalam
🇺🇦 нижня білизна
🇵🇱 bielizna
🇯🇵 下着 (したぎ)
🇫🇷 sous-vêtements
🇪🇸 ropa interior
🇹🇷 iç çamaşırı
🇰🇷 속옷
🇸🇦 ملابس داخلية
🇨🇿 spodní prádlo
🇸🇰 spodná bielizeň
🇨🇳 内衣 (nèiyī)
🇸🇮 spodnje perilo
🇮🇸 nærföt
🇰🇿 іш киім
🇬🇪 ქვედა საცვალი
🇦🇿 alt paltarı
🇲🇽 ropa interior
Word origin
The term 'unmentionables' originated in the late 18th century as a euphemism for underwear, particularly women's undergarments. During this time, discussing such intimate clothing items was considered inappropriate and taboo in polite society. The word 'unmentionables' allowed people to refer to these items discreetly without causing offense. Over time, the term has evolved to become somewhat humorous and nostalgic, often used in a playful or ironic manner to refer to undergarments.