Speedo

Meaning

Noun

• A tight-fitting swimsuit, especially commonly worn by competitive swimmers and divers. Usually implies a brief or bikini style swimsuit.
• A male swimsuit, very tight fitting and small, brief-style, and not a thong-type.

Origin

• From the name of the swimsuit company, Speedo, which first designed and manufactured swimwear in Australia that was briefer and sleeker than most other swimwear then available.