maxi

1 of 2

noun

plural maxis
: a long skirt, dress, or coat

maxi-

2 of 2

combining form

1
: extra long
maxiskirt
2
: extra large
maxi-problems

Examples of maxi in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web
Noun
Gone were breezy two-pieces and flowing maxi dresses best suited to islands in Greece or the Balearics, and in were minimalist separates with an athleisure twist. Sarah Allard, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Oct. 2024 Shop the array of favorite fashion finds, including fall-forward floral maxi dresses, wardrobe staple cardigans, and more, below. Kelsey Fredricks, People.com, 8 Oct. 2024 Standouts include a slinky silk shift dress with a scarf attached and an open-back maxi gown with a full skirt and drapey floor-length sashes. Patricia Karounos, refinery29.com, 2 Oct. 2024 The Johnny Was x Sasson collaboration presents eight denim styles, including three shirts, a jean jacket, a maxi skirt and three jean silhouettes: wide leg, flared and straight leg. Maggie Clancy, WWD, 11 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for maxi 

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Word History

Etymology

Noun

maxi-

Combining form

extracted from maximum

First Known Use

Noun

1967, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of maxi was in 1967

Dictionary Entries Near maxi

Cite this Entry

“Maxi.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/maxi. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.

Kids Definition

maxi

noun
: a long skirt, dress, or coat
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