corse·let
| \ for sense 1 ˈkȯr-slət
, for sense 2 ˌkȯr-sə-ˈlet
\
, for sense 2 ˌkȯr-sə-ˈlet
\
Definition of corselet
1
or corslet \
ˈkȯr-slət
\
[Middle French, diminutive of cors body, bodice]
: a piece of armor covering the trunk
\
[Middle French, diminutive of cors body, bodice]
: a piece of armor covering the trunk
2
or corselette \
ˌkȯr-sə-ˈlet
\
[from Corselette, a trademark]
: an undergarment combining girdle and brassiere
\
[from Corselette, a trademark]
: an undergarment combining girdle and brassiere
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“Corselet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/corselet. Accessed 25 Feb. 2021.
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The first known use of corselet was in 1563
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