Synonyms of minidressnext
: a short close-fitting dress

Examples of minidress in a Sentence

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The sleeveless minidress is made in a satin lime green fabric and designed with a straight neckline, draping and knotted elements at the shoulder and hip. — Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 9 Oct. 2026 Meanwhile, Lou celebrated her fashion week milestone in a light pink acid wash denim minidress, which featured a structured peplum bodice embellished with buttons running down the front. — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 3 Oct. 2026 So Hadid struck a compromise with the weather gods, loading up a simple black minidress with her preferred fall fashions. — Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 18 Sep. 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 14 Oct. 2026.

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