"spankies" meaning in English

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Noun

IPA: /ˈspaŋkiːz/ [UK]
Etymology: From spank + -ies. Etymology templates: {{suffix|en|spank|ies}} spank + -ies Head templates: {{en-noun|p}} spankies pl (plural only)
  1. Full underpants worn by cheerleaders, colour-coordinated as part of a matching outfit and designed to be seen under their skirts. Tags: plural, plural-only Categories (topical): Underwear Synonyms: lollies

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          "ref": "2008, Debbie Reed Fischer, Swimming with the Sharks, page 51",
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