sleeveless (for clothing sense)

[/ˈsliːvləs/]
adjective
sem mangas
1. describing a garment that has no sleeves or arms covering
She wore a sleeveless dress to the summer party.
Ela usava um vestido sem mangas para a festa de verão.
2. a type of clothing item designed without arm coverings
The sleeveless top is perfect for hot weather.
A blusa sem mangas é perfeita para o clima quente.
In Brazilian culture, sleeveless clothing is very common in casual wear during hot and humid seasons. Tank tops and sleeveless dresses are standard summer attire. The term 'regata' (sleeveless shirt) is particularly popular among younger people and in casual/athletic contexts. In Portugal, the fashion sense is similar, though the climate varies by region.
NYC Slang
tank-top style, no-sleeve
Synonyms / Sinônimos
armlesssleeveless toptank top stylevest-like
Antonyms / Antônimos
sleevedlong-sleevedshort-sleeved

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
sem mangas
Most common and widely understood term across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
sem mangas / regata
Regata often used specifically for tank-style sleeveless shirts
São Paulo
sem mangas / alça
Alça sometimes used when referring to sleeveless dresses with thin straps
Portugal
sem mangas
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; also 'de alças' for strap-style sleeveless

Related Words

tank tophalter topvestdressshirtshoulderarm

Related Idioms & Phrases

sleeveless wonder (outdated expression for something remarkable)
roll up your sleeves (opposite context - to prepare for work)
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