maxi

1 of 2

noun

plural maxis
: a long skirt, dress, or coat

maxi-

2 of 2

combining form

1
: extra long
maxiskirt
2
: extra large
maxi-problems

Examples of maxi in a Sentence

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Noun
This semi-sheer sarong has such a breezy look and feel, with a maxi length and full-leg slit for some tasteful va-va-voom. Alesandra Dubin, Travel + Leisure, 3 Feb. 2025 Musgraves' ensemble featured a classic scoop-neck white tank top elevated with a maxi skirt decked out in gold sequins and fringe embellishments. Raven Brunner, People.com, 2 Feb. 2025 The year before, in 2022, Saweetie wore a hot pink bustier with a matching maxi skirt and tonal opera gloves by Valentino. Marissa Muller, WWD, 2 Feb. 2025 The offering will be centered around coats and jackets and will include duffle coats and maxi coats in double cashmere, alpaca and bouclé fabrics. Jean E. Palmieri, WWD, 17 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for maxi 

Word History

Etymology

Noun

maxi-

Combining form

extracted from maximum

First Known Use

Noun

1967, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of maxi was in 1967

Dictionary Entries Near maxi

Cite this Entry

“Maxi.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/maxi. Accessed 6 Feb. 2025.

Kids Definition

maxi

noun
: a long skirt, dress, or coat
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