Temple garment

nounStandard termTextiles

Specialized underwear worn by endowed members of the Latter-day Saint church.

A specific set of white undergarments worn by adult members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints who have participated in the endowment ceremony. The garments consist of a top and bottom piece, featuring specific construction requirements and symbolic markings. They dictate certain modesty standards for the wearer's outer clothing, requiring high necklines, covered shoulders, and knee-length hems.

Heard on the job

When drafting the pattern for her wedding dress, remember it needs to fully cover her temple garment.

Also heard as

  • garments