The Allusionist: 2. Bosom holder

January 14, 2015 9:02 AM

There are many synonyms for ‘underwear’. There are many synonyms for the body parts you keep in your underwear. But there’s only one word for ‘bra’.

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posted by jazon (2 comments total)

This one was a lot better than the first; and Mary Phelps Jacobs sounds kinda awesome.
posted by We had a deal, Kyle at 2:25 PM on January 16, 2015

I actually do say brassiere frequently. Though it sounds more like "bruh-zeer" in my American accent.
posted by ocherdraco at 7:42 PM on January 19, 2015