Mother Hubbard

noun

Definition of Mother Hubbardnext
as in tea gown

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for Mother Hubbard
  1. kimono
  2. sheath
  3. shift
  4. jumper
  5. sack
  6. chemise
  7. sundress
  8. shirtwaist
Noun
  • This is a tale where gruesome deaths (from sepsis to car crashes) exist alongside running gags about Amanda Knox, wedding kimonos and a Saint Bernard named Ruby Hot Sauce.
    Manuel Betancourt, Los Angeles Times, 19 Dec. 2024
  • Highlights from the ever-changing collection include sharp-cut blazers lined with reclaimed silk kimonos by Isabeyli, boldly silhouetted tops and dresses by MMMDM, and tees with tongue-in-cheek slogans by Off-White-esque streetwear label Estudio Barcode.
    Chris Schalkx, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Nov. 2024
Definition of kimono
Noun
  • Investigators found a tan leather knife sheath on Mogen's bed.
    Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 6 Jan. 2025
  • Erivo wore a sheath silhouette backless halter gown with a deep v-neckline accentuated by the gown's bright white lapels.
    Charna Flam, People.com, 4 Jan. 2025
Definition of sheath
Noun
  • Such a shift may not only affect the physical work environment, but also symbolize a broader leveling of organizational structures.
    Jack Kelly, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
  • Companies and investors who adapt to these shifts will thrive in a more structured, legitimized ecosystem. 5.
    Jessica Billingsley, Rolling Stone, 2 Jan. 2025
Definition of shift
Noun
  • Savage says some theater kids keep wearing jumpers and braids well into their teens.
    Lauren Hilgers, Vulture, 7 Jan. 2025
  • Middleton put the possession out of its misery with what turned into a decent look on an off-the-bounce midrange jumper, but the entire possession lacked purpose.
    Eric Nehm, The Athletic, 7 Jan. 2025
Definition of jumper
Noun
  • The Rams defense, which was smothering Monday night and collected an NFL postseason record with nine sacks, was trampled by Saquon Barkley in that game.
    Sam Farmer, Los Angeles Times, 14 Jan. 2025
  • Resume: The Broncos recorded an NFL-best 63 sacks this season while boasting a top-three run defense and a top-three red-zone defense.
    Dan Wiederer, Chicago Tribune, 14 Jan. 2025
Definition of sack
Noun
  • The boutique also designs its own gorgeous bras, thongs, chemises, and sleepwear under the Journelle Collection label.
    Malia Griggs, Glamour, 20 Dec. 2024
  • Amazon has all sorts of one-piece styles to choose from—including dreamy, detailed teddies and lace babydoll chemises, as well as plunging bodysuits with bold mesh cut-outs.
    Malia Griggs, Glamour, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of chemise
Noun
  • My brother was in the habit of taking photos of me in sundresses with my hair falling in my face and looking emo.
    Lauren Goode, WIRED, 12 Dec. 2024
  • These sneakers are versatile enough to wear with jeans and a T-shirt, a sundress, or even on a casual day at work.
    Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 28 Nov. 2024
Definition of sundress
Noun
  • The workshop produced shirtwaists, Edwardian-style women’s blouses that were, by then, going out of style.
    Fiona Alison Duncan, ARTnews.com, 30 Dec. 2024
  • But rather than an imitation of life as it was depicted in Sirk’s films, all mannered transatlantic speech and swishing shirtwaist dresses, Moore takes the assignment dead seriously.
    IndieWire Staff, IndieWire, 13 Aug. 2024
Definition of shirtwaist
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