Garment with cups

BRA

["Here’s a helpful hint for the clue \"Garment with cups\":\n\n**\"Underwear item often paired with panties\"**\n\nThis hint guides the solver toward the category of the answer (underwear) and its common pairing, making it easier than the original clue while still requiring some deduction."]

The clue "Garment with cups" leads to the answer "BRA" through a straightforward definition. A bra, short for brassiere, is a type of undergarment that is designed with cups to support and cover the breasts. The term "cups" in the clue directly refers to the shaped sections of the bra that hold the breasts. Therefore, the clue is a simple and direct description of the garment, leading to the answer "BRA."