English Reference
noun

bottoms

n.
US /ˈbɑtəmz/ UK /bˈɒtəmz/ bot·toms

  1. 01 A2 Elementary

    the lower part of a set of clothes, such as pyjamas, tracksuits, or bikinis.

    the lower garment of a two-piece outfit, typically used in the plural to refer to casual or athletic wear.

    Simple

    I need to buy new tracksuit bottoms because my old ones are too short.

    In context

    The athlete preferred wearing lightweight tracksuit bottoms during her warm-up to maintain muscle temperature without adding significant bulk.

    Usage

    Always used in the plural when referring to clothing.

  2. 02 A2 Elementary

    the lowest parts of several things, like bottles, hills, or boxes.

    the plural of 'bottom', referring to the lowest or deepest parts of multiple entities.

    Simple

    Check the bottoms of the boxes to make sure they are taped shut.

    In context

    The researchers examined the bottoms of the glass vials for any signs of crystalline precipitation after the cooling process.

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Level A2 · Elementary
Frequency Frequent
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