Long underwear

/lˈɒŋ ˌʌndəwˈeə/

/lˈɑːŋ ˌʌndɚwˈɛɹ/

[noun]

Long underwear

[NOUN]

a type of undergarment worn for extra warmth in cold weather, covering the legs and torso

synonyms : union suit

What is "long underwear"?

Long underwear, also known as thermal underwear or long johns, is a type of undergarment worn to provide an extra layer of warmth during cold weather. Typically made from materials such as cotton, wool, or synthetic fabrics like polyester, long underwear covers the legs and torso, often extending down to the ankles and wrists. The snug fit helps to trap body heat close to the skin, providing insulation against the cold. Long underwear is often worn by people who work or spend a lot of time outdoors during cold weather, such as hikers, hunters, and construction workers, as well as by anyone who wants to stay warm and comfortable during the winter months. Some types of long underwear are designed to be moisture-wicking, meaning they can help to keep the skin dry and comfortable by drawing sweat away from the body.

Examples

1. They did socks for the Civil War and things like that, and the long underwear, things like that.

2. When you get that long underwear, it never rides up.

3. And there is always the one man who keeps insistently demanding, say, his pair of long underwear, when we've already given it to him, and there are people waiting behind.

4. But every morning when I get out of bed to put my long underwear on and jump into the frigid, pre-dawn Montana air, There is nothing in the world that I want to do more than get back into that warm, soft bed!

Nearby words

long-horned grasshopper