miniskirt

noun

mini·​skirt ˈmi-nē-ˌskərt 

: a woman's short skirt with the hemline several inches above the knee

miniskirted

ˈmi-nē-ˌskər-təd 

adjective

Examples of miniskirt in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

On her Instagram Stories, McCamey posted a video of Tung trying on a flowery floor-length Roberto Cavalli design at the company's store, confirming that the pair decided to actually turn the dress into a fun crop top and miniskirt set for the event. —Michelle Lee, People.com, 13 June 2025

Miley Cyrus showcased her edgy urban fashion sense in New York City on Monday, pairing a leather miniskirt with a pair of classic black pumps. —Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 3 June 2025

The best denim miniskirts Though miniskirts might harken back to the 1960s, most think of the early aughts when the word denim is applied to the silhouette. —Avery Matera, Glamour, 30 May 2025

At a Spotify event on May 6, Cyrus wore black knee-high McQueen boots, pairing them with a brown leather miniskirt and oversized biker jacket by the brand. —Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 6 June 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1962, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for miniskirt

• controvert
• disconcert
• extrovert
• introvert
• reassert
• undershirt
• alert
• assert
• avert
• dessert
• divert
• evert

Kids Definition

miniskirt

noun

mini·​skirt ˈmin-i-ˌskərt 

: a woman's very short skirt