union suit
/'ju:njən'sju:t/
Definition
- Noun:
- A one-piece undergarment: A "union suit" is a single-piece item of underwear that combines a shirt and long drawers (pants). It typically has a buttoned or snapped flap in the back for practical use.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- In the late 19th century, the union suit was a common type of long underwear.
- He wore a woolen union suit to stay warm during the winter expedition.
Advanced Usage
- Historically, the term "union suit" specifically refers to the one-piece undergarment that "unites" the upper and lower garments. It is often associated with vintage or historical clothing.
Variants and Related Words
- Long johns (n): A common informal term for long, two-piece underwear, often used synonymously with "union suit," though technically a two-piece set.
- One-piece underwear (n): A descriptive modern term for garments similar to a union suit.
Synonyms
- One-piece undergarment: A descriptive synonym.
- Combination (archaic): An older term for a similar garment.
Related Idioms
- : An idiomatically humorous or old-fashioned way to say someone is wearing this specific type of long underwear.
- When the power went out, he was left dressed only in his union suit.
Noun
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an undergarment with shirt and drawers in one piece
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