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underdressing

[v. uhn-der-dres; n. uhn-der-dres]

un·der·dress

[v. uhn-der-dres; n. uhn-der-dres] verb, -dressed or -drest, -dress·ing, noun
verb (used without object)
1.
to clothe oneself less completely or formally than is usual or fitting for the circumstances.
noun
2.
garments worn beneath others; underclothes.
3.
a slip, petticoat, or other underskirt, especially one designed to be seen when worn, as beneath a redingote.

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Underdressing is always a great word to know.
So is bezoar. Does it mean:
a chattering or flighty, light-headed person.
a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison.

Origin:
1775–85; under- + dress
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