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

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Noun
Whether you're headed to the office or out for dinner with friends, this collared ribbed maxi nods to preppy style with its contrast trim, lapel neckline, and pleated fishtail hem. Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 16 Aug. 2025 These midi and maxi skirts from Amazon, Old Navy, Nordstrom, and more start at just $13. Chaunie Brusie, Parents, 14 Aug. 2025 With her mini shoulder bags and maxi skirts, U.K. breakout PinkPantheress lives and breathes the Y2K aesthetic, as do a seemingly endless parade of social media influencers. Mike Wass, Variety, 13 Aug. 2025 One of her favorite finds that strikes that balance is this lightweight, polka-dot linen maxi dress from Amazon. Izzy Baskette, People.com, 12 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for maxi

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

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“Maxi.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/maxi. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.

Kids Definition

maxi

noun
: a long skirt, dress, or coat
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