lingerie

noun

lin·​ge·​rie ˌlän-jə-ˈrā  ˌläⁿ-zhə- 

-ˈrē;

ˈlaⁿ-zhə-(ˌ)rē,

ˈlän-jə-,

ˈläⁿ-zhə-,

-ˌrā

1

: women's intimate apparel

2

archaic : linen articles or garments

lingerie adjective

Examples of lingerie in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Its lingerie is fresh and summery and goes up to a size 36 in bottoms. —Malia Griggs, Glamour, 20 Dec. 2024

Instead, either hand-wash your lingerie or invest in a protective mesh bag to keep your bras, garments, and machine safe. —Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 13 Dec. 2024

In another look from the shoot, Kardashian sported nude-colored lingerie. —Dayna Haffenden, People.com, 4 Dec. 2024

As sheer fabrics and visible lingerie take center stage this party season, the brand’s signature lace thongs, bralettes, and bodysuits are the ideal choice for layering underneath any outfit. —Angela Lei, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024

Word History

Etymology

French, from Middle French, from linge linen, from Latin lineus made of linen — more at line

First Known Use

1835, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Kids Definition

lingerie

noun

lin·​ge·​rie ˌlän-jə-ˈrā  ˌlan-zhə- 

-ˈrē

: women's nightclothes or underwear

Etymology

French, derived from early French linge "linen"