"gym knickers" meaning in English

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Noun

Head templates: {{en-noun|p}} gym knickers pl (plural only)
  1. (UK) Large girls' underpants traditionally worn as shorts during school sports activities. Tags: UK, plural, plural-only Categories (topical): Clothing, Underwear
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