Synonyms for

Shirt

Verb / ʃɜ:t / Another word for shirt — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A shirt is a piece of clothing that covers the upper body and arms.

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Common collocations

  • button-down shirt
  • t-shirt
  • dress shirt
  • short-sleeved shirt
  • long-sleeved shirt
  • collared shirt
  • silk shirt
  • flannel shirt

Word family

noun shirt
verb shirt

Usage note

A 'shirt' generally refers to an upper-body garment with a collar and sleeves. 'T-shirt' is a common informal variant.

Example sentences

  1. My dad wears a shirt and tie to work.
  2. I spilled juice on my shirt.
  3. I like to wear a comfy shirt to bed.
  4. The team wore matching shirts for the game.
  5. I need to iron my shirt before the party.

Quotes

  • I always wear a shirt and tie to important meetings. - Richard Branson
  • I like a man who can wear a shirt and tie and look really comfortable. - Emma Watson
  • I like to wear shirts that are so worn in, they're one wash away from being a rag. - Jake Johnson

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