CEFR B2

lingerie

noun

Meaning

Undergarments, especially women's underwear, typically made of fine or decorative fabric like silk or lace.

Examples

The department store has a wide selection of designer lingerie.
She prefers comfortable cotton underwear for everyday wear but enjoys wearing silk lingerie on special occasions.

Synonyms: underwear, undergarments, intimates, hosiery

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lingerie (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈlɪndʒəri/

Definition

Undergarments, especially women's underwear, typically made of fine or decorative fabric like silk or lace.

Examples

The department store has a wide selection of designer lingerie.
She prefers comfortable cotton underwear for everyday wear but enjoys wearing silk lingerie on special occasions.
He was surprised by the high price of the delicate lace lingerie.

Synonyms of lingerie

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