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Definition of panty

panty

/ˈpæn.ti/
pan · ty
Plural:panties
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• noun

1

A close-fitting undergarment worn on the lower torso by women or girls, typically having an elastic waistband and no legs (usually used in the plural 'panties', or in the singular in retail contexts and before another noun).

Example

"The seamless dress was specifically tailored to prevent any visible panty line."

Synonyms
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Word Nuance & Usage

In everyday conversation, this word is almost always used in the plural form 'panties', whereas the singular 'panty' is primarily used in retail marketing or as a noun adjunct before another noun (such as 'panty liner' or 'panty line').

• Rhymes for panty

• Nearby Words

pantry
pants
pantsuit
panty
pantyhose
panzer
pap

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the early 20th century as a diminutive of 'pants', which itself is a shortened form of 'pantaloons', ultimately named after Saint Pantaleon, a popular patron saint of Venice.

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