boxer shorts

Roomy men's undergarments

Boxer shorts are loose-fitting men's underpants with an elastic waistband, named for their resemblance to the shorts worn by boxers in the ring.

They contrast with briefs, which fit snugly.

Often shortened to boxers: He prefers boxers to briefs.

Boxer briefs combine the length of boxers with a snug fit.

undergarment

briefs

Snug lower undergarments

drawers · skivvies · trunks · Y-fronts · jockstrap · waistband · fly · inseam · crotch · elastic

comfort

breathable

Permits air passage

  • softYielding to touch
  • cottonPlant fiber for textiles
  • jerseyKnitted pullover garment

lightweight · roomy · loose · airy · unrestricted · nonbinding · stretch · supple · modal · flannel

sleepwear

pajamas

Sleepwear set

sleepshirt · nightshirt · slumber · flannel · cotton · silk · satin · lounging · relaxation · nightstand

style

plaid

Woven crisscross pattern

printed · patterned · solid · gingham · madras · tartan · polka-dot · graphic · humorous · festive

menswear

masculine

Male in character

husband · dad · athletic · classic · traditional · sportswear · activewear · gym · locker-room · wardrobe

Categories
Opposites
underwear fit and coverage

boxer shortsbriefs

Snug lower undergarments

tighty-whities · bikini briefs · jockstrap · athletic supporter · Y-fronts

Family

shorten, boxing, shorts, boxer, boxed, shortened, shortening, boxers, shorted

Familiarity
Top 50,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G