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drawers

2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for drawers, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Noun — Underwear worn on the legs, especially loose-fitting undergarments.

Synonyms

Rare, literary or technical

Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.

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Etymology

From draw ("to pull"), describing a garment pulled on over the legs; in use since the late 1500s.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “drawers” mean?

The word “drawers” means underwear worn on the legs, especially loose-fitting undergarments. In plain terms, an old-fashioned word for underpants or leg-covering underwear.

How do you pronounce “drawers”?

“Drawers” is pronounced drawz (/dɹɔɹz/ in IPA).

How do you use “drawers” in a sentence?

Here is “drawers” used in a sentence: “The old trunk was full of Victorian drawers and petticoats.”

What is another word for “drawers”?

Words with a similar meaning to “drawers” include drawls and draws.

What part of speech is “drawers”?

“Drawers” is a noun.

Where does the word “drawers” come from?

The word “drawers” dates back to around 1500. From draw ("to pull"), describing a garment pulled on over the legs; in use since the late 1500s.

Is “drawers” a common word?

“Drawers” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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