minidress

noun

mini·​dress ˈmi-nē-ˌdres How to pronounce minidress (audio)
: a short close-fitting dress

Examples of minidress in a Sentence

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Her dress had dotted mesh sleeves, which were completely sheer compared to the rest of the minidress, featuring a black lining underneath. Rachel Raposas, People.com, 16 Jan. 2025 Paris Jackson Paris Jackson elevated her black sheer minidress with a pair of Celine monogrammed tights and a small bag. Hikmat Mohammed, WWD, 7 Jan. 2025 Kidman opted for a sleek, floor-length black dress with cap sleeves and a high neckline, while Sunday opted for a black velvet long-sleeve minidress featuring a high neckline and exaggerated shoulders. Violet Goldstone, WWD, 5 Jan. 2025 Gracie rocked a daring minidress with a sheer lace bodice and wedges. Michelle Lee, People.com, 2 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for minidress 

Word History

First Known Use

1965, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of minidress was in 1965

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“Minidress.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/minidress. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.

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