maxi

1 of 2

noun

ˈmak-sē 

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

Dior, elsewhere, energized a black maxi with chartreuse mules. — Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 13 Aug. 2026

The white two-piece set featured a sleek column maxi skirt and a cropped backless top that was adorned with three buckles across the back. — Juliana Ukiomogbe, InStyle, 4 Aug. 2026

Shop more wrap dresses below, including a polka-dot mini, a silky maxi, and a spaghetti-strap midi that’s at its lowest price in more than 90 days on Amazon. — Better Homes & Gardens, 26 July 2026

Even better, this new wave of the maxi is less about aesthetic excellence and more about ease. — Ruhama Wolle, Glamour, 19 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

Noun

maxi-

Combining form

extracted from maximum

First Known Use

Noun

1967, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for maxi

• taxi
• waxy
• epitaxy

Kids Definition

maxi

noun

ˈmak-sē 

: a long skirt, dress, or coat