Often teddies. a woman's one-piece undergarment combining a chemise and underpants, sometimes having a snap crotch.
Informal. teddy bear.
teddy ( in def. 1 ) 1920–25, of uncertain origin
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And although their shaggy boughs somewhat resemble teddy bears, they’re sharp if you step too close.
From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026
Brackett, 22, and her mom always grab a few extra beach towels, hats, and teddy bears to give as gifts throughout the year.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 11, 2026
On the Turkish side of the Kapikoy-Razi border crossing, groups of travellers with large suitcases and children clutching teddy bears were trickling through the security checkpoint to seek shelter.
From Barron's • Mar. 4, 2026
A rare century-old teddy bear has been sold at auction for £1,250 - more than four times its auction estimate.
From BBC • Feb. 25, 2026
We don’t get a lot of bears around here, unless they’re of the teddy variety.
From "Wishtree" by Katherine Applegate
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