overskirt

noun

over·​skirt ˈō-vər-ˌskərt How to pronounce overskirt (audio)
: a skirt worn over another skirt

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These are flanked by a single trouser design, a straight-leg style in wool with a plaid scarf wrapped around the back as an overskirt. Martino Carrera, WWD, 3 Sep. 2019 The Scandal alum, meanwhile, was dressed in a black strapless Giambattista Valli gown that had a tulle overskirt. Gabrielle Rockson, Peoplemag, 11 Mar. 2024 In the newest collection, detachable overskirts are available on a selection of gowns. Emily Strohm, Peoplemag, 1 Feb. 2024 Many women's dresses of the era had pockets, but this one would only be accessible by hiking up the overskirt. Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 30 Jan. 2024 See All Example Sentences for overskirt

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First Known Use

1851, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of overskirt was in 1851

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“Overskirt.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/overskirt. Accessed 10 Mar. 2025.

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overskirt

noun
over·​skirt -ˌskərt How to pronounce overskirt (audio)
: a skirt worn over another skirt
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