"camiknickers" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: Blend of camisole + knickers. The term was coined in the 1920s when camiknickers were introduced as a briefer garment than combinations. The garment reappeared in the lingerie market in the 1990s under the name teddy or body. Etymology templates: {{blend|en|camisole|knickers}} Blend of camisole + knickers, {{m|en|teddy}} teddy, {{m|en|body}} body Head templates: {{en-noun|p}} camiknickers pl (plural only)
  1. (dated) A women's undergarment covering the torso, worn for example under short dresses or slacks. Tags: dated, plural, plural-only Categories (topical): Underwear Synonyms: teddy, body

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