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bike shorts

American

[bahyk shawrts] / ˈbaɪk ˌʃɔrts /

noun

(used with a plural verb)

very tight shorts made of a flexible fabric and designed to provide comfort, protection, etc., while biking.

padded bike shorts made of a nylon/spandex blend.

Etymology

Origin of bike shorts

First recorded in 1980–85

Example Sentences

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The men’s option showed a tank top and spandex bike shorts.

From Salon • Apr. 22, 2024

Shein, founded in China, and valued at $66 billion, sells fast fashion at rock bottom prices, including dresses priced at $10 and bike shorts for around $5.

From Reuters • Oct. 27, 2023

Diana’s Harvard turtleneck sweatshirt makes several appearances on “The Crown” throughout Season 5 but just once is it paired with her beloved bike shorts.

From Washington Post • Nov. 10, 2022

The models sported a variety of pieces with shades of indigo and brown, denim and leather coats, red velour sweat suit, heavy wools shrunken into bike shorts, crop tops and oversized wool coats.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 20, 2022

I shimmy into clothes and Celia comes in, still wearing her sweaty tank top and bike shorts.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison

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