Some Shorts is a term used to describe a variety of different types of shorts. BOXERS (6 letters) are a type of shorts typically worn as underwear. Cutoffs (7 letters) are shorts made from jeans or other pants that have been cut off at the knee or above. Speedos (7 letters) are a type of swimwear that are usually tight-fitting and made of spandex. BVDS (4 letters) are a type of boxer shorts that are usually longer than regular BOXERS.