Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
wife-beater
noun
/ˈwaɪfˌbiːtər/
Definition
A slang term used to describe a sleeveless shirt or undershirt, typically made of cotton, often worn by men.
Examples
- He wore a ragged wife-beater while working in the garden.
- Leisure styles sometimes include a wife-beater underneath a button-up shirt.
Meaning
The term can also refer to an abusive husband, but in this context, it primarily denotes the article of clothing.
Synonyms
- sleeveless shirt
- tank top
