plural camis
: camisole sense 2
Lacy camisoles are a fashion go-to. Not into the low-cut blouse look? A cami will cover your cleavage if you don't want the world to see it.Christopher Luu
often used before another noun
a cami top

Examples of cami in a Sentence

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Phil Oh Watermelon Sugar High A precious pink cardigan, worn over a delicate lace cami like the one below from Róhe, balances out the skirt’s vivid print. Talia Abbas, Vogue, 27 Mar. 2025 This oversized knit has a relaxed, cozy feel perfect for layering over a cami or tee on chillier nights. Maria Correa, Miami Herald, 3 Mar. 2025 The oversized fit is incredibly comfortable and looks cute with shorts and a cami, your favorite spring dresses, and more. Katrina Cossey, Parents, 27 Feb. 2025 Wear the top unbuttoned with a lightweight cami underneath or buttoned up and tucked into the shorts for an effortless look. Michelle Rostamian, Peoplemag, 12 July 2024 See All Example Sentences for cami

Word History

Etymology

by shortening and merger with the suffix -ie

First Known Use

1976, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of cami was in 1976

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“Cami.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cami. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.

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