Briefs

A man wearing a pair of flyless briefs

Briefs (or a brief) are a type of short, form-fitting underwear and swimwear, as opposed to styles where material extends down the thighs. Briefs have various different styles, usually with a waistband attached to fabric that runs along the pelvis to the crotch and buttocks, and are worn by both men and women. Swim briefs are a variation used as swimwear.[1][2]

  1. ^ New York Magazine – 29 Apr 1985 – Page 30
  2. ^ MENS UNDERWEAR, JS Atlee – US Patent 3,517,666, 1970