Meaning of the word wedgie in English

What does wedgie mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

wedgie

US /ˈwedʒ.i/
UK /ˈwedʒ.i/

Noun

an act of pulling a person's underpants up sharply from behind between the buttocks, typically as a prank

Example:
He gave his friend a playful wedgie.
Getting a wedgie in public is embarrassing.