noun

wedgie

WEHJ-ee

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Wedgie (noun) means a prank where someone's underwear is yanked sharply upward from behind, wedging the fabric uncomfortably. Example: “The older kids gave him a wedgie in the locker room.”

noun

A prank where someone's underwear is yanked sharply upward from behind, wedging the fabric uncomfortably.

"The older kids gave him a wedgie in the locker room."

A shoe with a wedge-shaped heel.

"She paired the summer dress with a pair of cork wedgies."

How to use wedgie

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishEither the underwear-yanking prank, or, separately, a wedge-heeled shoe — context tells you which.

When to use it

The prank sense is informal/playground slang.

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Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Word forms

Plural: wedgies
Third person singular: wedgies
Past tense: wedgied

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Etymology

Formed from wedge plus the informal -ie ending, since the prank literally wedges clothing between the buttocks.

Rhymes for wedgie

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Frequently asked questions

What does “wedgie” mean?

The word “wedgie” means a prank where someone's underwear is yanked sharply upward from behind, wedging the fabric uncomfortably. In plain terms, either the underwear-yanking prank, or, separately, a wedge-heeled shoe — context tells you which.

How do you pronounce “wedgie”?

“Wedgie” is pronounced WEHJ-ee (/ˈwɛdʒ.i/ in IPA).

How do you use “wedgie” in a sentence?

Here is “wedgie” used in a sentence: “The older kids gave him a wedgie in the locker room.”

What part of speech is “wedgie”?

“Wedgie” is a noun.

How many meanings does “wedgie” have?

“Wedgie” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a prank where someone's underwear is yanked sharply upward from behind, wedging the fabric uncomfortably.