Plural of brassiere; multiple women's support undergarments.
Simple plural of 'brassiere,' which comes from French 'brassière,' an Old French term for an arm guard or doublet.
The word 'brassiere' traveled from French meaning 'arm-related' to English meaning a completely different garment—it's a wild example of how languages repurpose old words in new ways!
Plural of brassière, carrying the same gendered history as the singular form—product category historically marketed exclusively to women with specific body expectations.
Use technically when discussing the garment category. Consider neutral language (support garments, undergarments) in formal or inclusive contexts.
["support garments","undergarments","chest support garments"]
Women engineers and inventors shaped modern garment design; their contributions to comfort and functionality are often uncredited in fashion history.
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