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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Hundreds of knitted teddy bears, lambs, dogs and rabbits have been placed in Hartford, Cheshire, for children, with just a gift tag signed from an elusive "Granny H".
From BBC ● Jun. 9, 2026
And although their shaggy boughs somewhat resemble teddy bears, they’re sharp if you step too close.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 19, 2026
It came as a bit of a shock when Merrythought, the Shropshire-based teddy bear makers, were contacted by the British embassy in New York about a very special job.
From BBC ● Apr. 29, 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
He gives her lotions, a stuffed teddy bear, chocolates.
From "Enrique's Journey" by Sonia Nazario
Teddy Roosevelt criticized its “cheap straining after effect.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 12, 2026
Mahan had no bigger fan than Teddy Roosevelt, who in a review External link for the Atlantic Monthly called Influence “the best and most important” modern book on naval history.
From Barron's ● Jun. 5, 2026
There has, arguably, never been a more impactful substitute double-act than Teddy Sheringham and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer on a balmy Barcelona evening in 1999.
From BBC ● May 28, 2026
Thompson has a wealth of devoted fans — and they are Teddy stans.
From Salon ● May 15, 2026
“I’m done,” Teddy announces, even though he’s only eaten about a quarter of a piece of pizza.
From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison
Cinnamon teddies, magnets and clothing are now available, with 100 orders in the first day alone.
From BBC ● Sep. 27, 2024
Comfort items such as teddies and blankets also went missing when Elliott was moving between placements.
From BBC ● Sep. 7, 2024
At the police cordon this morning, parents brought children, teddies, and homemade tributes.
From BBC ● Jul. 30, 2024
Creative director Ian Griffiths’ mood board included silken teddies, Belle Epoque’-inspired boule coats and photos of the French novelist Colette, whose spare style, the British designer said, inspired the collection’s simplicity.
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 22, 2024
In it were two saucy little teddies in pelts of white silk that would have gladdened the heart of any child.
From My Attainment of the Pole by Cook, Frederick A.
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