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Updated June 2026
Clothing worn under other clothes, typically next to the skin. Includes items such as pants, bras, vests, and similar garments designed for comfort and hygiene.
“The shop sells a wide range of comfortable cotton underwear.”
/ˈʌndəwɛə/
un·der·wear
Compound word 'under' + 'wear'; multiple 'e' occurrences
13 points; everyday vocabulary with compound structure
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