Synonyms of minidressnext
: a short close-fitting dress

Examples of minidress in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
For the 2016 Met Gala, Kravitz wore a black Valentino look featuring a strapless minidress with an oversized bow embellishment in the back. Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 25 Aug. 2026 Gomez wore a maroon minidress with a satin sash-like detail around the neck. Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 24 Aug. 2026 Notably, Lohan rocked a $3,000 minidress by Cult Gaia in strawberry-pink, the perfect complement to her long blonde hair and pink lipstick. Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 23 Aug. 2026 Even a conservative turtleneck minidress feels more alluring when paired with black boots in soft leather. Aemilia Madden, Glamour, 16 Aug. 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

Cite this Entry

“Minidress.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/minidress. Accessed 31 Aug. 2026.

More from Merriam-Webster on minidress

Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!

More from Merriam-Webster