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bi-swing

adjective
\ ˈbī-ˈswiŋ \

Definition of bi-swing

: made with a pleat or gusset at the back of the arms bi-swing jacket

First Known Use of bi-swing

1937, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for bi-swing

bi- entry 1 + swing; perhaps from the freedom of movement allowed by this jacket

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