overskirt

noun

over·​skirt ˈō-vər-ˌskərt How to pronounce overskirt (audio)
: a skirt worn over another skirt

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The gown was gifted by the bride's parents, John and Sandy, and customized by seamstress Nina E Designs, who added floral lace appliqués and a detachable overskirt. Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 22 May 2025 The outfit had a satin overskirt that was lined with white taffeta. Laia Farran Graves, Forbes.com, 6 May 2025 The Scandal alum, meanwhile, was dressed in a black strapless Giambattista Valli gown that had a tulle overskirt. Gabrielle Rockson, Peoplemag, 11 Mar. 2024 Many women's dresses of the era had pockets, but this one would only be accessible by hiking up the overskirt. Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 30 Jan. 2024 See All Example Sentences for overskirt

Word History

First Known Use

1851, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of overskirt was in 1851

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“Overskirt.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/overskirt. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.

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overskirt

noun
over·​skirt -ˌskərt How to pronounce overskirt (audio)
: a skirt worn over another skirt
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