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petticoat

[ˈpɛtɪkəʊt]

petticoat Definition

a woman's light, loose undergarment hanging from the shoulders or the waist, worn under a skirt or dress..

Using petticoat: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "petticoat" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She wore a petticoat under her dress to give it more volume.

  • Example

    The petticoat was made of soft cotton and lace.

  • Example

    In the 19th century, petticoats were often worn with corsets for a fashionable silhouette.

petticoat Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for petticoat

Phrases with petticoat

  • half-petticoat

    a short petticoat that only covers the lower part of the body

    Example

    She wore a half-petticoat under her skirt to keep warm.

  • a petticoat with a hoop or wire frame at the bottom to create a bell shape

    Example

    The bride wore a hoop petticoat under her wedding dress.

  • a petticoat made of lace fabric

    Example

    The dancer's costume included a lace petticoat.

Origins of petticoat

from French 'petite cote', meaning 'little coat'

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Summary: petticoat in Brief

A 'petticoat' [ˈpɛtɪkəʊt] is a light, loose undergarment worn by women under a skirt or dress. It provides additional volume and shape to the outer garment. Petticoats can be made of various materials such as cotton and lace, and come in different styles like the half-petticoat and hoop petticoat.