underthings
What's worn beneath
Underthings are undergarments—the clothing worn beneath outer layers, closest to the body.
The term is slightly old-fashioned or coy, often appearing in contexts where *underwear* feels too clinical and *lingerie* too suggestive: She packed her underthings in a separate bag.
The word implies intimate apparel without specifying exactly what.
Women's fine intimate apparel
- briefsSnug lower undergarments
- boxersUnderwear or prizefighters
- pantiesWomen's undergarment
- braChest support garment
slip · camisole · thong · corset · girdle · bodysuit · bustier · petticoat
Restricted to certain parties
- personalRelating to one's self
- hiddenKept out of sight
- concealedMade invisible deliberately
- discreetCareful to avoid notice
modesty · secrecy · veiled · unseen · delicates · unmentionables · intimate · covered
Plant fiber for textiles
- silkFine woven insect fiber
- laceOpen-weave ornamental fabric
- satinGlossy-surfaced woven cloth
- nylonSynthetic textile polymer
spandex · modal · bamboo · mesh · microfiber · fleece · velvet · softness
Forming successive strata
- supportTo uphold or sustain
- warmthHeat you feel
- insulationThermal transfer prevention
- thermalPertaining to warmth
lining · foundation · coverage · shaping · smoothing · moisture-wicking · compression · protection
lingerie
Women's fine intimate apparel
bra · slip · camisole · thong · corset · girdle · bodysuit · bustier · petticoat · chemise
private
Restricted to certain parties
discreet · modesty · secrecy · veiled · unseen · delicates · unmentionables · intimate · covered · close-fitting
cotton
Plant fiber for textiles
nylon · spandex · modal · bamboo · mesh · microfiber · fleece · velvet · softness · silkiness
layering
Forming successive strata
- supportTo uphold or sustain
- warmthHeat you feel
- insulationThermal transfer prevention
thermal · lining · foundation · coverage · shaping · smoothing · moisture-wicking · compression · protection · base layer
underthingsouterwear
Protective top garments
outer garments · overwear · top layer · outer layer · overclothes
thing, under, nothing, things, understand, something, underneath, underwear, underpants