sports bra
noun/ˈspɔːts brɑː/
/ˈspɔːrts brɑː/
- a bra (= a piece of underwear that covers and supports the breasts) designed to be worn when playing sports
- She liked to wear a sports bra and matching leggings when working out.
Word Origin1930s; earliest use found in The Chicago Tribune.Want to learn more?
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