camisole

noun

cam·​i·​sole ˈka-mə-ˌsōl 

1

: a short negligee jacket for women

2

: a short sleeveless garment for women

Examples of camisole in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Made with cotton and spandex in a slew of silhouettes ranging from the Studio camisole, which costs $75, to the Volar, a classic sleeveless top that retails for $70 to the Service halter that clocks in at $145, they were worn by the likes of Bella Hadid and Kylie Jenner. — Diana Tsui, Footwear News, 22 June 2026

Square-neck tanks, halter tops, delicate camisoles, and more all offer variety for your travel look. — Gabrielle Porcaro, Travel + Leisure, 13 June 2026

Plus, the midi length is just right for styling with a simple tank or dressy camisole, maximizing its potential in my summer wardrobe. — Tanya Sharma, PEOPLE, 12 June 2026

This capsule wardrobe staple can dress up a casual graphic tee, complement a blazer at the office, and elevate a matching camisole for date night. — Ali Faccenda, InStyle, 11 June 2026

Word History

Etymology

borrowed from French, "garment worn beneath a shirt or blouse," going back to Middle French, probably borrowed from Occitan camisola, from camisa "shirt" (going back to Late Latin camīsia) + -ola, diminutive suffix — more at chemise

First Known Use

1802, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for camisole

• amphibole
• asystole
• buttonhole
• casserole
• centriole
• decontrol
• glycerol
• metropole
• monopole
• multipole
• omeprazole
• oriole

Medical Definition

camisole

noun

cam·​i·​sole ˈkam-ə-ˌsōl 

: a long-sleeved straitjacket