muumuu

noun

Definition of muumuunext
as in housedress

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Recent Examples of muumuu By the grace of God for your mother and her Church, Trust the process for theirs; a sari or a muumuu or a bubu in her temple, Lululemon or Lilly Pulitzer in theirs. — Taiye Selasi, New Yorker, 31 May 2026 Wearing a flowing purple muumuu, Monaleo gets to throwing down a soul food dinner for the whole family. — Alphonse Pierre, Pitchfork, 30 Oct. 2025 The muumuu originated in Hawai’i in the 19th century, initially worn by Christian missionaries to cover Hawaiian women according to Western standards of modesty. — Essence, 17 July 2025 Brando acted with an ice-bucket on his head, imitated the Queen of England in his line readings and performed bongos at the wrap party while wearing a muumuu. — Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 2 Apr. 2025 The singer hosted the European Music Awards in everything from a hair-raising strapless strapless dress to a sheer hooded muumuu and Kiki boots. — Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 27 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for muumuu
  1. housedress
  2. sundress
  3. kimono
  4. minidress
  5. chemise
  6. sheath
  7. shirtwaist
  8. jumper
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
  • The Princess of Wales stepped out in Egham, England, wearing a breezy, sleeveless black-and-white gingham sundress.
    — Juliana Ukiomogbe, InStyle, 10 July 2026
  • Nina Dobrev struts in a sundress at Live with Kelly and Mark in Hudson Square on June 30 in New York City.
    — Brendan Le Updated, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026
Definition of sundress
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
  • The following day, the star was photographed leaving the Cité de l’architecture et du patrimoine alongside her sister, Lynda Lopez, 55, in a stylish white minidress that featured a deep neckline that ended just above her belly button.
    — Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 9 July 2026
  • In October 2025, Schumer shared an Instagram photo of herself wearing a black button-down minidress with coordinating heels.
    — Charlie Carballo, USA Today, 7 July 2026
Definition of minidress
Noun
  • Jules, played by Hunter Schafer, appeared in a sheer, long-sleeve top underneath a silky pink chemise-style dress.
    — Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 31 May 2026
  • British model Alexa Chung strips the desert khaki down to the basics of the extravagantly detailed skirt topped by a fine chemise.
    — Guy Martin, Forbes.com, 12 Mar. 2026
Definition of chemise
Noun
  • 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
  • During his burial, an iron sword in a leather sheath was placed across his chest, with a spear next to him.
    — Adam England, PEOPLE, 25 June 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
  • New York answered with a basket from Jones basket before Williams put up a jumper just before the shot clock expired.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 11 July 2026
  • Flau’jae Johnson to fire off a 27-foot three-point jumper to take the lead.
    — Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026
Definition of jumper

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