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/ʃɝts/
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/ʃɜːts/
(shirt)
upper body garment
Etymology
Etymology Information
'shirt' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'scyrte', where it meant 'a short garment'.
Historical Evolution
'shirt' changed from Old English 'scyrte' into Middle English forms such as 'shir(t)e' and eventually became the modern English word 'shirt'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a short garment'; over time it evolved into the current meaning of 'a garment for the upper body, often with a collar and sleeves'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
plural form of 'shirt'. (a garment worn on the upper body, typically with a collar, sleeves, and a front opening with buttons)
He bought three new shirts.
Synonyms
topsblouses
Last updated: 2025/12/02 19:35