underdrawers

[ uhn-der-drawrz ]

noun

, (used with a plural verb)

1. an undergarment for the lower part of the body, typically covering at least part of the legs. Compare drawer ( def 2 ).

Word History and Origins

Origin of underdrawers¹

1825–35; under- + drawers

Example Sentences

My sisters and I left home wearing six pairs of underdrawers, two half-slips and camisoles; several dresses one on top of the other, with pedal pushers underneath; and outside of everything an all-weather coat.

From Literature

Then her father came down in his long underdrawers and, with quiet but intense profanity, told the fellow what he could go and do to himself.

From Literature

I lie on my back, fully clothed except for the healthy white cotton underdrawers.

From Literature

It was because you wadded up your underdrawers to stop up the flue on the stove and smoke out the schoolhouse.

From Literature

“Three pair o’ them underdrawers, Delia—an’ not a break in one of ’em!

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