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T-shirt

|T/ shirt|

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/ˈtiːˌʃɜːrt/

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/ˈtiːˌʃɜːt/

casual top

Etymology
Etymology Information

'T-shirt' originates from the shape of the garment, resembling the letter 'T'.

Historical Evolution

The term 'T-shirt' was first recorded in the early 20th century, referring to the shape of the garment.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it referred to a simple undershirt, but now it is widely used as casual outerwear.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a casual top with short sleeves and no collar, typically made of cotton, and shaped like a T when spread out flat.

He wore a plain white T-shirt with jeans.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35