overskirt

noun

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

Examples of overskirt in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web 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 The Letterino founder also applied her style savvy to her own outfit — a boat-neck mermaid Zuhair Murad gown adorned with cascades of asymmetrical handmade beadwork with a faille overskirt and bow detailing. Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 28 June 2023 See all Example Sentences for overskirt 

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Word History

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 4 Nov. 2024.

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overskirt

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