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lin·ge·rie I. \ˌlänjəˈrā, ˌläⁿzhə-, ˌlaⁿzhə-, ˌlanjə-, -ˈrē, ˈ ̷ ̷ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷ also ˈ ̷ ̷ ̷ ̷_rē or ˈ ̷ ̷ ̷ ̷ri sometimes ˌlōⁿzhə-; by many, vowels other than a in the first syllable and ē or i in the last are regarded as substand\ noun (-s) Etymology: French, from Middle French, from linge linen (from linge, adjective, made of linen, from Latin lineus made of flax or linen) + -erie -ery — more at line (cord) 1. archaic : linen articles or garments 2. : intimate feminine apparel (as nightwear and underwear) II. adjective : having a frilly dainty finish or style like that characteristic of fine underwear for women < a tailored black suit with a white lingerie blouse > < sheer fabric and lingerie detail > |