singlet

sin·glet

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Definitions of singlet word

noun singlet a sleeveless athletic jersey, especially a loose-fitting top worn by runners, joggers, etc. 1
noun singlet a single unit; an unpaired or separate item. 1
noun singlet Chiefly British. a man's undershirt or jersey. 1
noun singlet clothing: man's top 1
countable noun singlet A singlet is a sleeveless sports shirt worn by athletes and boxers. 0
countable noun singlet A singlet is a plain sleeveless piece of underwear which is worn on the upper half of the body. 0

before 1740

One of the 48% newest English words

First recorded in 1740-50; single + -et

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 82% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".

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