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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The set featured a bustier top in blue and white gingham print that put her cleavage front and center, while the bottoms sat low on her hips and showed off a hint of cheek. Starr Bowenbank, People.com, 23 July 2025 Morrow wore all Coach: a faux fur cheetah coat with mom-style denim jeans and a black leather bustier top. Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 21 July 2025 The actress wore a stretch jersey dress from Ferragamo’s ready-to-wear collection, featuring a structured internal bustier and gathered detail at the bust. Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 30 May 2025 The custom Adam Selman dress featured a corset bustier that contained off-the-shoulder sleeves, attached shorts, and an ankle length skirt with a leg-baring slit at the front. Starr Bowenbank, People.com, 19 May 2025 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 26 Jul. 2025.

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