How Do You Spell WEDGIE?
Pronunciation: [wˈɛd͡ʒi] (IPA) 
Correct spelling for the English word "wedgie" is [wˈɛd͡ʒi], [wˈɛdʒi], [w_ˈɛ_dʒ_i] (IPA phonetic alphabet).
Pronunciation: [wˈɛd͡ʒi] (IPA)
Correct spelling for the English word "wedgie" is [wˈɛd͡ʒi], [wˈɛdʒi], [w_ˈɛ_dʒ_i] (IPA phonetic alphabet).
A wedgie, also known as a pantsing or melvin, is a colloquial term referring to a prank or action in which a person's underwear is forcefully pulled up towards their backside, often causing discomfort or embarrassment. This can be achieved by either pulling the waistband of the underwear from behind or by grabbing the person's pants and yanking them upwards, thus wedging the fabric into the individual's buttocks. Wedgies are typically performed on unaware or unsuspecting victims and are commonly seen as a form of practical joke or playful bullying among friends or peers, particularly during adolescence.
The term "wedgie" originated in the United States, and its popularity grew over time as it became a staple prank in movies, sitcoms, and schoolyard culture. It has even spawned various comedic variations, such as the atomic wedgie (pulled upward and over the head) or the hanging wedgie (suspending the person in mid-air by their underwear). Although often harmless and meant in jest, wedgies can vary in intensity, and some instances may cause discomfort, bruising, or even injury if excessive force is applied.
While primarily associated with adolescents or juveniles engaging in pranks, the term "wedgie" has become well-known and is sometimes used humorously or metaphorically in casual conversations or popular culture to describe situations where something is tightly stuck or wedged in an uncomfortable manner.
The word "wedgie" is a slang term typically referring to the act of pulling someone's underwear up forcefully to create discomfort or embarrassment. The etymology of "wedgie" is not entirely clear, as it is a relatively recent addition to the English language with no well-documented historical roots. However, it is believed to have originated in American English during the mid-20th century, likely as a playful variation of the word "wedge". The term "wedgie" likely gained popularity due to its phonetic similarity to "wedge", as the action of pulling up someone's underwear creates a wedging effect. It is now commonly used in informal contexts to describe the act, as well as the discomfort caused by it.
