S-bend

noun

British
: a bend in a road or pipe in the shape of the letter S

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Seasons 1 and 2 were all Edwardian elegance, with S-bend corsets replacing straighter silhouettes, lace, and high waists; and Lady Mary’s refined, restrained wardrobe reflected her position as the eldest daughter. Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 11 Sep. 2025

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“S-bend.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/S-bend. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.

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