G-string
strip of cloth passed from front to back between the legs, attached to and supported by a cord or band around the waist
A G-string is a garment consisting of a narrow piece of material that barely covers the genitals, a string-like piece that passes between the buttocks, and a very thin waistband around the hips. There are designs for both women and men. Men's G-strings are similar to women's, but have a front pouch that covers the genitals. G-strings are typically worn as underwear or swimwear or as part of the costume of an exotic dancer.
G-strings are usually made of fabric, lace, leather, or satin. They may serve as a bikini bottom or they may be worn alone as monokinis or topless swimsuits. G-strings are also worn by go-go dancers.
As underwear, G-strings may be worn in preference to panties to avoid the creation of a visible panty line, or in order to enhance sex appeal.
The two terms G-string and thong are sometimes used interchangeably; however, technically they refer to different pieces of clothing. G-strings have a thinner back strip than thongs, and usually a thinner waistband.
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