hemline

noun

hem·​line ˈhem-ˌlīn How to pronounce hemline (audio)
: the line formed by the lower edge of a dress, skirt, or coat

Examples of hemline in a Sentence

The hemline falls just above the knee. I shortened the hemline on the dress.
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Cropped pants are my warm-weather go-to thanks to their breezy hemline and ability to put my favorite sandals on display. Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 12 June 2026 The cropped hemline can also be more appropriate than shorts for dressier occasions, like work or nice dinners. Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 12 June 2026 With shorter hemlines, thinner straps and breezy fabrics, choosing the right shapewear becomes more about smart design. Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 11 June 2026 What truly elevated the design, however, was its sculptural hemline. Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 11 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for hemline

Word History

First Known Use

1923, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of hemline was in 1923

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“Hemline.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hemline. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.

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hemline

noun
hem·​line ˈhem-ˌlīn How to pronounce hemline (audio)
: the line formed by the hem of a dress, skirt, or coat
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