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Vocabulary Entry
skivvy
|noun • noun • verb
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N
noun
A skivvy is a type of garment typically worn as an undergarment, often referring to a loose-fitting shirt or undershirt.
Example Sentences
"He wore a skivvy under his shirt to stay warm."
"The skivvy was made from soft cotton."
"She bought several skivvies for the summer."
N
noun
A skivvy can also refer to a domestic servant or maid, particularly in a derogatory context.
Example Sentences
"She worked as a skivvy in the large household."
"The family treated their skivvy with little respect."
"In those times, being a skivvy was often seen as a lowly position."
V
verb
To skivvy means to do menial or domestic work.
Example Sentences
"He spent the weekend skivvying for his family."
"She had to skivvy around the house before guests arrived."
"They skivvied away without complaint, ensuring everything was tidy."