hemline

noun

hem·​line ˈhem-ˌlīn How to pronounce hemline (audio)
: the line formed by the lower edge of a dress, skirt, or coat

Examples of hemline in a Sentence

The hemline falls just above the knee. I shortened the hemline on the dress.
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For Kim Jones’ show, Moss wore a white silk dress that played on a button-down, featuring two rows of buttons, an asymmetrical hemline, and a peekaboo black lace bra. Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 24 Jan. 2025 Her one-shoulder Oscar de la Renta gown stood out from the crowd, thanks to its dazzling gold fringe hemline. Hedy Phillips, People.com, 21 Jan. 2025 The hemline of the pants bunched overtop Pattinson’s chunky boots. Julia Teti, WWD, 21 Jan. 2025 There is faux leather piping along the zipper, sleeves, and hemline that contrasts with the fleece, and the sides and neck have leather buckles that give it a subtly edgy feel. Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 18 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for hemline 

Word History

First Known Use

1923, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of hemline was in 1923

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“Hemline.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hemline. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.

Kids Definition

hemline

noun
hem·​line ˈhem-ˌlīn How to pronounce hemline (audio)
: the line formed by the hem of a dress, skirt, or coat
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