bustier

noun

bus·​tier ˌbü-stē-ˈā How to pronounce bustier (audio)
ˌbə-,
-ˈtyā
: a tight-fitting often strapless top worn as a brassiere or outer garment

Examples of bustier in a Sentence

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Silhouettes range from bustiers to string bikinis to thigh-high stockings to teddys to underwear bras to briefs, tanks and shorts. Anna Tingley, Variety, 8 Oct. 2024 Every detail was perfectly recreated — from the performance look's metallic bustier, beaded yoke and chain skirt, to the black bob, silver headpiece, studded black gloves, black leggings and thigh-high leather boots Hudson wore to accessorize. Dave Quinn, People.com, 30 Oct. 2024 Layers of gauzy chiffon were cinched with bustiers and ruffs were made from shredded newspaper. Violet Goldstone, WWD, 4 Nov. 2024 Lizzo spoke at the Summit wearing a custom Sergio Hudson featuring a white button-up shirt and black tie layered by a pinstripe bustier dress perfect for the occasion. Essence, 18 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for bustier 

Word History

Etymology

French, from buste

First Known Use

1978, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of bustier was in 1978

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“Bustier.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bustier. Accessed 11 Dec. 2024.

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