Word
henley
Phoneticshen·ley
/ˈhɛnɫi/
Definition
n. a collarless shirt with a short row of buttons at the neck. It looks like a polo shirt but without the collar.
n. a collarless pullover shirt featuring a buttoning placket below the round neckline. Typically associated with casual wear or athletic origins.
Examples
“He wore a grey henley with his jeans.”
“The long-sleeved henley is a popular choice for layering during the autumn months.”
“While originally designed as a rowing uniform, the henley has transitioned into a staple of contemporary menswear due to its versatile, understated aesthetic.”
Examples
simple
“He wore a grey henley with his jeans.”
contextual
“The long-sleeved henley is a popular choice for layering during the autumn months.”
complex
“While originally designed as a rowing uniform, the henley has transitioned into a staple of contemporary menswear due to its versatile, understated aesthetic.”
Usage
Often used as a modifier before another noun, such as 'henley shirt' or 'henley top'.
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