miniskirt

noun

mini·​skirt ˈmi-nē-ˌskərt How to pronounce miniskirt (audio)
: a woman's short skirt with the hemline several inches above the knee
miniskirted adjective

Examples of miniskirt in a Sentence

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The star, who has been working with stylist Ronnie Hart most recently, paired the top with a micro miniskirt from Dolce & Gabbana. Mikelle Street, WWD, 13 Dec. 2024 Just like miniskirts and low rise jeans — the digital camera is a trend that has circled back around. Claire Murashima, NPR, 10 Dec. 2024 Jenner paired the jacket with a metallic miniskirt and thigh-high suede boots by Chanel. Catherine Santino, People.com, 6 Dec. 2024 Ugg Classic Women’s Double Bow Mini Bootie The Ugg bow boots were the most coveted shoe in the early aughts when they were commonly styled with a denim miniskirt and a cami (RIP layered camisoles). Kelsey Glennon, Travel + Leisure, 28 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for miniskirt 

Word History

First Known Use

1962, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of miniskirt was in 1962

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“Miniskirt.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/miniskirt. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

miniskirt

noun
mini·​skirt ˈmin-i-ˌskərt How to pronounce miniskirt (audio)
: a woman's very short skirt

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