singlet

[ sing-glit ]

noun

1. a sleeveless athletic jersey, especially a loose-fitting top worn by runners, joggers, etc.
2. a single unit; an unpaired or separate item.
3. Chiefly British. a man's undershirt or jersey.

singlet

/ ˈsɪŋɡlɪt /

noun

1. a man's sleeveless undergarment covering the body from the shoulders to the hips
2. a similar sleeveless garment worn as outerwear Also called (in Britain)vest
3. a garment worn with shorts by athletes, boxers, etc
4. a black woollen outer garment worn by bushmen
5. physics a multiplet that has only one member
6. chem a chemical bond consisting of one electron

Word History and Origins

Origin of singlet¹

First recorded in 1740–50; single + -et

Word History and Origins

Origin of singlet¹

C18: from single , on the model of doublet

Example Sentences

A feast cooked up by UBC researchers has revealed singlet oxygen indoors for the first time.

From Science Daily

As the quartet approaches the final straightaway, the Kenyan and Ethiopian runners — clad in white and orange singlets — visibly appear to slow their pace, per footage obtained by the Wall Street Journal.

From Salon

Patrick bought a wrestling singlet, of sorts, that served a singular purpose.

From New York Times

Maguire quickly became the Titans’ 106-pounder — before he really understood the concept of weight classes, the rules of wrestling or even what a singlet or headgear was.

From Washington Post

Female Australian players largely wear dresses but will now have the option of wearing a dress, singlet, bodysuit, short sleeve or long-sleeve shirt, skirt, shorts or long pants.

From BBC