miniskirt

noun

mini·​skirt ˈmi-nē-ˌskərt How to pronounce miniskirt (audio)
: a woman's short skirt with the hemline several inches above the knee
miniskirted adjective

Examples of miniskirt in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Kelley Heyer, the creator of the dance herself, was last night’s guest, leading the crowd through her choreography while wearing a bedazzled Brat miniskirt. Leah Lu, Rolling Stone, 24 Sep. 2024 Highlights included the Shamo bolero jacket and matching Appaloosa miniskirt, both crafted from the Gipsy moth fabric for a raffia-reminiscent effect and resulting in a youthful total look that could work from day to night. Luisa Zargani, WWD, 23 Sep. 2024 Dsquared2’s voluminous take on workwear introduces a new silhouette, while a Calvin Klein denim miniskirt keeps looks timeless. Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 23 Sep. 2024 Her miniskirt and heels completed her look for the evening. Angel Saunders, Peoplemag, 19 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for miniskirt 

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Word History

First Known Use

1962, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of miniskirt was in 1962

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“Miniskirt.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/miniskirt. Accessed 1 Oct. 2024.

Kids Definition

miniskirt

noun
mini·​skirt ˈmin-i-ˌskərt How to pronounce miniskirt (audio)
: a woman's very short skirt

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