skivvies
What's worn underneath
Skivvies is informal American English for underwear, especially men's underwear consisting of a T-shirt and briefs: He answered the door in his skivvies.
The term originated in U.S.
Navy slang and retains a slightly old-fashioned or playful tone.
In British English, a skivvy is a female domestic servant who does menial work.
Underwear or prizefighters
- undershirtLightweight inner torso garment
- longjohnsThermal undergarment covering legs
- trunksStorage chests or swimwear
- jockstrapProtective male sports underwear
thong · bikini · hipster · boyshorts · camisole · drawers · knickers · underpants
boxers
Underwear or prizefighters
- undershirtLightweight inner torso garment
- longjohnsThermal undergarment covering legs
- trunksStorage chests or swimwear
jockstrap · thong · bikini · hipster · boyshorts · camisole · drawers · knickers · underpants · vest
uniform
Identical throughout
- barracksSoldiers' residential building
- sailorsMaritime vessel crew members
- marinesNaval infantry soldiers
navy · issued · regulation · standard-issue · fatigues · kit · gear · bunk · enlisted · mess
loungewear
Casual clothes for relaxing
undressed · relaxed · homewear · informal · off-duty · lounge · laid-back · easygoing · downtime · unwinding
- underwearunderwear, boxers, underpants, bra, undies
- clothing slangthreads, duds, getup, fit, drip
- underlingsunderling, underlings, subordinate, minions, minion
skivviesouterwear
Protective top garments
overcoat · outer garments · overclothes · outer layers · jacket
skivviesformalwear
Elegant occasion attire
evening gown · tuxedo · dress clothes · three-piece suit · ball gown