Synonyms

Hawaiian shirt

American

noun

a short-sleeved, loose-fitting, open-collar shirt originally worn in Hawaii, made of lightweight fabric printed in colorful, often bold designs of flowers, leaves, birds, beaches, etc.

Etymology

Origin of Hawaiian shirt

First recorded in 1950–55

Example Sentences

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The plus-sized comedian — better known as “Fluffy” — is sporting his typical loose-fitting vintage Hawaiian shirt, denim shorts and black flat cap.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 5, 2026

Chase Hay, outfitted in a palm-patterned Hawaiian shirt splashed with Rams logos, cut a looser figure while chatting with Chargers and Rams fans at the field level bar.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 17, 2025

Stafford was tired and terse in the wake of defeat, wearing a Hawaiian shirt that was far more festive than his mood.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 7, 2024

One man wearing a Hawaiian shirt leapt over rows of bleachers to get a better signal.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 12, 2023

Wearing a Hawaiian shirt and sunglasses, he looked as though he disapproved.

From "Middlesex: A Novel" by Jeffrey Eugenides

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