General
togs
What does togs mean?
A swimming costume; the usual word in Queensland and parts of NSW.
"Chuck your togs on, we're going for a swim."
Origin
From 'togs' (clothes); a regional Australian swimwear term.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'togs' mean in Australia?
'Togs' means swimwear or a swimming costume. It's the standard word in Queensland and parts of NSW.
Is 'togs' used everywhere in Australia?
No, it's regional. Queenslanders say 'togs', while other states might say 'bathers', 'cossie' or 'swimmers'.
Where does the word 'togs' come from?
It derives from the old English word 'togs' meaning clothes, narrowed in Australia to mean swimwear specifically.
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