"jockey briefs" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Etymology: Less common variant of jockey shorts. Head templates: {{en-noun|p}} jockey briefs pl (plural only)
  1. (US, dated, informal) Men's or boys' briefs. Tags: US, dated, informal, plural, plural-only Synonyms: underwear Related terms: boxer shorts, bikini briefs
    Sense id: en-jockey_briefs-en-noun-xMF7~Hj~ Categories (other): American English, English entries with incorrect language header, English pluralia tantum

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