: a woman's two-piece swimsuit consisting of bikini briefs and a tank top
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The two-piece swimsuit we call the bikini made its debut on Paris runways in 1946. The word bikini comes from Bikini atoll, the name of one of the Marshall Islands in the western Pacific, where atomic-bomb tests were performed in 1946. One theory of the coinage is that the effect achieved by a scantily clad woman appearing in public may be compared to the effect of an A-bomb blast. Another possible explanation is that the bikini leaves its wearer nearly bare, the way the bomb tests stripped Bikini atoll. In 1985, the tankini began appearing on beaches in the U.S., and the word bikini was combined with tank to create its appropriate name.
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Recent Examples on the WebFor a good combination, check out this bright pink tankini, which has a sleek single strap that crosses the chest and shoulder with the coverage of a full bathing suit but the convenience of a bikini. Melissa Epifano, PEOPLE.com, 13 June 2022 Many of the one-piece, bikini and tankini styles have ruching for a flattering look, while others have all-over designs like paisley, ikat and tropical prints. Lexie Sachs, Good Housekeeping, 6 June 2022 This tankini top is made of a fun, beachy crochet knit with an underwire, and there are matching bottoms to complete the look. Emma Seymour, Good Housekeeping, 25 May 2022 This tankini-style top is unique (and trending at the moment). Sarah Boyd, Forbes, 17 May 2022 This two-piece tankini covers like a one-piece, but offers a little more breathing room. Hannah Oh, Seventeen, 21 Apr. 2022 Throw this fun leopard print rash guard over a bralette, tankini, or sports bra to keep the sun off your shoulders, and pair it with an ultra high-waist reversible print bottom. Ashlea Halpern, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 May 2021 In the snaps, Jill is posing around her backyard, soaking up the sun in various floral tankini tops and bottoms. Katie Campione, PEOPLE.com, 13 May 2021 Thousands of shoppers are on the lookout for cute tankini swimsuits this season. Sanah Faroke, Southern Living, 21 Apr. 2021 See More