boxer briefs
plural noun
: underwear shorts that are longer than briefs (see brief entry 2 sense 4) and that typically have a snugger fit than boxer shorts
While boxers were once an old standby, they bunch up under a slim-fitting pant and aren't as supportive for the gym-going guy. The solution: boxer briefs.—
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After Rick wins a bruising late night brawl with one of his charges, Ilana tends to his wounds while Rick is stripped to just his boxer briefs.
—Adam B. Vary, Variety, 6 Dec. 2024
The look featured a shearling patchwork coat from the label's winter 2024 collection, teamed with $2,550 leather boxer briefs, a cotton rib jersey tank and the brand's coveted, $5,200 medium sardine bag.
—Michelle Lee, People.com, 4 Oct. 2024
In the campaign video, Maluma flexes his sculpted arms and abs in front of a mirror while wearing nothing but white tube socks and Calvin Klein boxer briefs.
—Catherine Santino, Peoplemag, 24 July 2024
Their pricing — a three-pack of 4-Way Stretch boxer briefs is $14.99, a pack of cushioned ankle socks are $12.99 or $14.99, lounge shorts are $24.99 and pocket Ts are $14.99, Pair of Thieves represents the top of the pyramid.
—Jean E. Palmieri, WWD, 15 July 2024
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Adam B. Vary, Variety, 6 Dec. 2024
The look featured a shearling patchwork coat from the label's winter 2024 collection, teamed with $2,550 leather boxer briefs, a cotton rib jersey tank and the brand's coveted, $5,200 medium sardine bag.
—Michelle Lee, People.com, 4 Oct. 2024
In the campaign video, Maluma flexes his sculpted arms and abs in front of a mirror while wearing nothing but white tube socks and Calvin Klein boxer briefs.
—Catherine Santino, Peoplemag, 24 July 2024
Their pricing — a three-pack of 4-Way Stretch boxer briefs is $14.99, a pack of cushioned ankle socks are $12.99 or $14.99, lounge shorts are $24.99 and pocket Ts are $14.99, Pair of Thieves represents the top of the pyramid.
—Jean E. Palmieri, WWD, 15 July 2024
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“Boxer briefs.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/boxer%20briefs. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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