underskirt

Definition of underskirtnext

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Recent Examples of underskirt Next came the ever-important petticoat, an underskirt which was often purposely exposed when worn with a robe à la polonaise—more on that later. — Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 14 Feb. 2026 While its bodice fans out into a dramatic train, the dress’s underskirt is embellished with layers of long, spiky black petals—a memorable motif from Piccioli’s first collection for Balenciaga, spring 2026. — Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 1 Feb. 2026 In a video of the try-on, Momsen, topless, with a white ruffled underskirt around her waist, gets help from stylist Lindsey Hartman in painstakingly sliding the red, white and green costume on over her arms. — Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 23 Dec. 2025 Leather plays a key feature on the thickness of the cushions — with or without buttons — and on the underskirt and the piping. — Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 8 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for underskirt
Recent Examples of Synonyms for underskirt
Noun
  • Layer an undershirt under sweaters and jackets to absorb sweat and body oils.
    — Ryan Brennan, Sacbee.com, 17 Sep. 2026
  • Wear an undershirt beneath sweaters, button-downs or jackets to reduce contact with sweat and body oils.
    — Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • Sundresses, shorts, and short sleeves are ideal for scorching days, but might make a low temperature indoors a bit more uncomfortable.
    — Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Jan. 2026
  • All features and series screened to UK audiences for the first time, including 28 world premieres (7 features, 1 series, 19 shorts, 1 immersive), 11 International Premieres (11 features, 1 short), and 20 European Premieres (12 features, 7 shorts, 1 immersive).
    — Zac Ntim, Deadline, 7 Nov. 2025

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“Underskirt.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/underskirt. Accessed 6 Oct. 2026.

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