deshabille Definition
- 1the state of being only partly or scantily clothed
- 2a loose morning dress worn informally
Using deshabille: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "deshabille" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
She was in deshabille when the guests arrived.
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The actress wore a deshabille to the party.
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She lounged around in her deshabille all day.
deshabille Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with deshabille
in a state of being only partly or scantily clothed
Example
She answered the door in deshabille.
a loose morning dress worn informally
Example
She wore a deshabille gown while having breakfast.
a casual, relaxed style of clothing
Example
She pulled off the deshabille look with ease.
Origins of deshabille
from French 'déshabillé', past participle of 'déshabiller' meaning 'to undress'
Summary: deshabille in Brief
'Deshabille' [dey-shuh-beel] refers to the state of being only partly or scantily clothed, or a loose morning dress worn informally. It is often used to describe a casual, relaxed style of clothing. Examples include 'She was in deshabille when the guests arrived,' and 'The actress wore a deshabille to the party.' Synonyms include 'undress,' 'negligee,' 'robe,' and 'nightgown.'
