Synonyms of minidressnext
: a short close-fitting dress

Examples of minidress in a Sentence

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JaNa Craig Fresh off launching her own brand of eyelash extensions, JaNa Craig donned a red beaded minidress and statement choker for Monday’s event. — Arushi Jacob, Footwear News, 10 Nov. 2026 The mother-daughter wore shades of gray, with Kidman sporting an oversized Chanel blazer as a minidress. — Hannah Malach, InStyle, 5 Nov. 2026 The actor and beauty founder donned a midnight-blue sequin minidress from Chanel’s fall 1994 collection. — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 4 Nov. 2026 The first time Amal Clooney paired sexy thigh-high boots with a cozy minidress and statement coat, it was considered a bold style departure from the human rights lawyer’s classic wardrobe. — Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 4 Nov. 2026 See All Example Sentences for minidress

Word History

First Known Use

1965, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of minidress was in 1965

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“Minidress.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/minidress. Accessed 11 Nov. 2026.

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