bathing trunks

Men's pool attire

Bathing trunks are men's swimwear—shorts designed for swimming, typically reaching mid-thigh.

The term sounds slightly old-fashioned compared to swim trunks or board shorts: He packed his bathing trunks for the beach vacation.

More common in British than American English.

swimwear

boardshorts

Loose swimwear for surfing

  • speedoInformal velocity display
  • briefsSnug lower undergarments
  • jammerSignal-blocking apparatus

rashguard · swim briefs · shorts · drawstring · elastic waist · quick-dry · chlorine-resistant · UV protection · lycra · nylon

beach

sand

Fine rock particles

sunscreen · towel · surfboard · coastline · seashells · dunes · snorkeling · coral · boardwalk · lifeguard

poolside

lounger

One who relaxes idly

deck · goggles · swim cap · lane ropes · pool noodle · cabana · flip-flops · splash · water aerobics · swimming lessons

style

prints

Copied images on paper

floral · tropical · retro · vintage · designer · branded · athletic · slim-fit · neon · geometric

Opposites
body coverage

bathing trunksdiving suit

Pressurized underwater garment

burkini · wetsuit · full suit · drysuit · modest swimwear

formality/occasion

bathing trunkstuxedo

Men's formal evening attire

business suit · formal wear · evening gown · three-piece suit · dress uniform

exposure vs. concealment

bathing trunksnude

Unclothed state

naked · burkini · birthday suit · skinny-dipping · wetsuit

Family

bath, bathe, bathing, baths, bathed, bather, bathers, bathhouse, bathroom

Familiarity
Top 200,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G