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BUDGIE smugglers, an Australian term used since the 1980s to refer to close-fitting swimming trunks, is included in the latest update of the Oxford English Dictionary. A jocular reference to a man’s tight-fitting swimming costume or swimsuit appearing as if he has a budgerigar concealed inside it, ie. his bulging genitals.

The term “budgie smugglers” is derived from the idea that the snug-fitting swimwear resembles the shape of a budgerigar (a small parrot) in a cage. The nickname playfully suggests that these swim trunks leave little to the imagination. Budgie smugglers have become an iconic piece of Australian beach culture and are often associated with Australian beachgoers and surfers. Competitive swimmers often wear budgie smugglers during training and racing. The snug fit reduces water resistance, allowing for improved performance. Over the years, the design and fashion of budgie smugglers have evolved, with various colors, patterns, and materials available. Some styles have a drawstring waist or a more contemporary, low-rise cut.