granny dress

noun

Definition of granny dressnext
as in tea gown

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for granny dress
  1. kimono
  2. sheath
  3. shirtwaist
  4. sack
  5. sundress
  6. shift
  7. housedress
  8. jumper
Noun
  • Like Davis’ dress, this minimalist style is easy to accessorize with statement jewelry, vibrant scarves, and even a lace kimono for cool yet breathable coverage.
    — Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 26 June 2026
  • Kira creates original patterns inspired by traditional Japanese motifs, including wagara, the decorative designs commonly found in kimono textiles.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 14 May 2026
Definition of kimono
Noun
  • Following the stabbings, Kohberger fled the scene, but left trace amounts of DNA on a knife sheath, which authorities used to identify him as a suspect.
    — Nicole Acosta, PEOPLE, 15 July 2026
  • To further the house’s connection to nature, Wright used flagstone flooring inside and out and employed large sheaths of glass windows for visual continuity.
    — Elizabeth Fazzare, Architectural Digest, 14 July 2026
Definition of sheath
Noun
  • Between its pleats, lace detailing, and soft peplum design, the shirt has the DNA of a pintuck or shirtwaist blouse, but the front tie design gives it a sexier, romantic appeal.
    — Irene Richardson, InStyle, 1 June 2026
  • Ballet flats, separates, the shirtwaist dress, spaghetti straps on evening gowns, strapless swimsuits and athletic-friendly designs were among her creations.
    — Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 10 June 2025
Definition of shirtwaist
Noun
  • Last season, Membou allowed eight sacks and committed 11 penalties over 1,045 snaps.
    — Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Last season, Williams (6-2, 310) racked up a team-leading 24 tackles for loss, five sacks and rushed for seven touchdowns.
    — Dan Albano, Oc Register, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of sack
Noun
  • Other breathable pieces that French girls wore during Europe’s unprecedented heatwave were boho-style maxis, like this airy Anrabess sundress.
    — Alyssa Morin, InStyle, 25 July 2026
  • Adjust to the season’s swampy weather by opting for a breezy sundress or drop-waist number.
    — India Roby, Glamour, 21 July 2026
Definition of sundress
Noun
  • The shifts, noted the release, will allow for the addition of more than 20 spaces for new vendors.
    — Anne Ewbank, Sacbee.com, 1 Aug. 2026
  • August starts in the midst of Leo season, with the first transit of note on August 3 as Chiron (the asteroid of deep wounds and insecurities) shifts further back in its retrograde into the sign of Taurus.
    — Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of shift
Noun
  • These styles—like the retro housedress—are from another era of fashion that’s catching up as a trend today, so we’re thrilled to see that this cozy, refined staple of mid-century sleepwear is having a little renaissance.
    — Clint Davis, Southern Living, 21 Dec. 2024
  • Spring/Summer 2023 collection was sunny, optimistic, and breezy—no doubt lead by its hero piece, the signature nightgown, a misnomer for the flowy, bohemian housedress that put the brand on the map.
    — Lauren Caruso, Harper's BAZAAR, 12 Aug. 2022
Definition of housedress
Noun
  • Gray scored 25 points, went a perfect 9-for-9 from the free throw line and hit the game-winning fadeaway jumper with 15 seconds left to lift Atlanta to its third consecutive win over Dallas this season — sweeping the regular-season series.
    — Christopher Harris, CBS News, 30 July 2026
  • James’ scoring is still volatile and increasingly tied to the success of his jumper.
    — Tony Jones, New York Times, 30 July 2026
Definition of jumper
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