lingerie

[US]/'lɒnʒərɪ/
[UK]/ˌlɑndʒə're/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. Women's intimate undergarments. Leopard print velvet lingerie.

Phrases & Collocations

sexy lingerie

lace lingerie

satin lingerie

lingerie set

Example Sentences

She want to buy some lingerie on her way home.

A playsuit is an item of lingerie consisting of an all in one design where the top half, similar to a negligee, is joined to the bottom half, similar to a panty or shorts.

She bought a set of sexy lingerie for a special occasion.

The lingerie store offers a wide selection of lace bras and panties.

She felt confident and empowered in her new lingerie.

The model strutted down the runway in designer lingerie.

She carefully folded her delicate lingerie and placed it in the drawer.

The bride-to-be picked out a beautiful set of lingerie for her wedding night.

The store offers a range of lingerie sizes to cater to all body types.

She felt pampered and luxurious in her silk lingerie.

The lingerie fashion show featured intricate designs and luxurious fabrics.

She blushed as she tried on the revealing lingerie in the fitting room.

Real-world Examples

I had to put the lingerie on top of my clothes.

Source: Our Day This Season 1

A Stanford MBA named Roy Raymond wants to buy his wife some lingerie.

Source: Go blank axis version

I had to put the lingerie on top of my clothes. -I see that.

Source: Our Day This Season 1

Hang on. Wait, wait. Why don't I like the lingerie you got me?

Source: The Big Bang Theory Season 9

They say the lingerie greatly disrespects Japanese culture.

Source: The Chronicles of Novel Events

Someone my husband likes a lot. Particularly in lingerie.

Source: Grey's Anatomy Season 2

Amancio would frequently design nightgowns and lingerie, which he would then sell at the retail store.

Source: Popular Science Essays

I liked a line of lingerie, so my boss ordered a ton of it. And you?

Source: Friends Season 3

It is lingerie and the change in direction announced this week by the country's largest brand for lingerie, Victoria's Secret.

Source: PBS Interview Entertainment Series

I know, I shouldn't shop for lingerie when I'm horny. It's like buying groceries when hungry.

Source: Desperate Housewives (Audio Version) Season 3

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