Definition of WIFEBEATER

wifebeater

Meanings

Plural: wifebeaters

Noun

  • One who (usually as a repeated practice) beats his wife, or a husband prone to violence.
  • A type of sleeveless shirt, often but not exclusively worn as an undershirt.
  • Stella Artois, a brand of lager beer.

Origin / Etymology

From wife + beater. The sleeveless shirt acquired the nickname by association with men who commit domestic violence. The lager, being relatively strong, was thought to lead to drunken disputes.

Synonyms

A-shirt, abusive husband, athletic shirt, beater, muscle shirt, singlet, tank top, vest

Scrabble Score: 18

wifebeater is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
wifebeater is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
wifebeater is not valid in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 19

wifebeater is a valid Words With Friends word