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Definition of lingerie

lingerie

/ˌlɑːnʒəˈreɪ/
lin · ge · rie
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• noun

1

Women's underwear and nightclothes, especially garments made from lightweight, delicate, or decorative fabrics such as silk and lace.

Example

"The boutique on the corner specializes in fine silk lingerie and cashmere robes."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Although borrowed from French (where it is pronounced /lɛ̃ʒ.ʁi/), in English 'lingerie' is most commonly pronounced with the last two syllables transposed (/ˌlɑːn.ʒəˈreɪ/), mimicking words like 'cabaret'.

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• Nearby Words

lingcod
linger
lingerer
lingerie
lingering
lingeringly
lingo

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the mid-19th century from French 'lingerie' (literally 'linen goods'), derived from Old French 'linge' ('linen'), which comes from Latin 'lineus' ('made of flax or linen').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Lingerie. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/lingerie
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