tighty whiteys

Snug white briefs

Tighty whiteys are men's brief-style underwear, typically white and snug-fitting.

The term is mildly mocking, suggesting something unfashionable or boyish compared to boxers or boxer briefs: He was standing there in his tighty whiteys.

Also spelled tighty whities.

underwear

briefs

Snug lower undergarments

jockstrap · thong · commando · undergarment · skivvies · drawers · underpants · BVDs · Hanes · men's underwear

classic

briefs

Snug lower undergarments

iconic · traditional · old-fashioned · nostalgic · gym class · locker room · yesteryear · quintessential · archetypal · standard-issue

fit

snug

Comfortably close-fitting

wedgie · elastic · waistband · stretched · compressed · supportive · close-fitting · package · pouch · fly

humor

uncool

Lacking social appeal

unsexy · childish · unfashionable · teasing · mockery · wardrobe malfunction · laundry day · skid marks · exposed · pantsed

Opposites
underwear fit/style

tighty whiteysboxers

Underwear or prizefighters

boxer shorts · commando · going commando · boxer briefs · freeballing

fashion/cultural perception

tighty whiteysthong

Narrow fastening strip

silk boxers · bikini briefs

Family

tight, tightly, tighten, tightened, tightening, tightens, tightness, tighter, tightest

Familiarity
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Known to kids · Mostly American · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated PG