Shirt

Definition

The term "shirt" describes a garment for the upper body, typically having a collar, sleeves, and buttons down the front.

Parts of Speech

• Noun

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ʃɜrt/
• Respelling: shurt

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ʃɜːt/
• Respelling: shurt

Etymology

The word "shirt" originates from Old English "scyrte," a term for a short garment, and is related to Old Norse "skyrta" and German "Schürze," both referring to clothing. Its use dates back to the Middle Ages, primarily as a basic tunic-like garment.

Derivatives

• Shirtless (adjective)
• Overshirt (noun)
• T-shirt (noun)
• Dress shirt (noun)
• Shirting (noun, fabric)

Synonyms

• Blouse
• Top
• Jersey

Antonyms

• None

Usage

The term "shirt" is commonly used in both casual and formal settings to describe upper-body garments. For example, "He wore a white shirt to the interview" or "Tuck in your shirt for a neat appearance."

Related Terms

• Jacket: An outer garment worn over a shirt.
• Blouse: A typically women's garment similar to a shirt.
• Undershirt: A garment worn beneath a shirt.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• A garment for the upper body: Refers to clothing with sleeves, a collar, and buttons, typically for men and women.
  • Example: "He bought a new shirt for the party."
• A type of fabric used for such garments: Refers to material designed for making shirts.
  • Example: "The tailor recommended cotton shirting for the custom shirt."