maxi

1 of 2

noun

plural maxis
: a long skirt, dress, or coat

maxi-

2 of 2

combining form

1
: extra long
maxiskirt
2
: extra large
maxi-problems

Examples of maxi in a Sentence

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Noun
The maxi dress has a flattering V-neck to create a bit more shape to your chest and an easy, relaxed bodice and column skirt with refreshing side slits for an effortlessly chic look. Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 7 May 2025 In true Rihanna fashion, the singer-slash-mogul arrived after just about everyone else in an outfit more befitting of the theme than most: a pinstriped suit morphed into a maxi dress, complete with a cropped blazer and separate collar and tie. Nicola Dall'asen, Allure, 6 May 2025 Wearing look 14, Lipa donned a black body-conscious maxi dress rendered in a sheer, textured fabric. Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 29 Apr. 2025 Anthropologie Somerset maxi: $168 (Anthropologie) Anthropologie’s Somerset maxi dress offers a romantic vibe—with flutter sleeves, a tiered skirt and several whimsical prints, this dress is ideal for garden weddings or rustic ceremonies. Jené Luciani Sena, FOXNews.com, 21 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for maxi

Word History

Etymology

Noun

maxi-

Combining form

extracted from maximum

First Known Use

Noun

1967, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of maxi was in 1967

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“Maxi.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/maxi. Accessed 15 May. 2025.

Kids Definition

maxi

noun
: a long skirt, dress, or coat
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