undershirt
2 synonyms for undershirt, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A light, close-fitting garment worn under a shirt, next to the skin.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From under- plus shirt.
Full origin of undershirt →Frequently asked questions
What does “undershirt” mean?
The word “undershirt” means a light, close-fitting garment worn under a shirt, next to the skin. In plain terms, a thin base-layer top worn beneath a regular shirt.
How do you use “undershirt” in a sentence?
Here is “undershirt” used in a sentence: “He wore an undershirt to soak up sweat before putting on his dress shirt.”
What part of speech is “undershirt”?
“Undershirt” is a noun.
