hemline

noun

hem·​line ˈhem-ˌlīn How to pronounce hemline (audio)
: the line formed by the lower edge of a dress, skirt, or coat

Examples of hemline in a Sentence

The hemline falls just above the knee. I shortened the hemline on the dress.
Recent Examples on the Web By 1958, hemlines were creeping up, and skirts were flaring out, paving the way for the introduction of the miniskirt—but not so fast. Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 27 Apr. 2024 While this turban comes in one size only, the hemline is elasticized and there are hidden drawstrings on the inside to get an optimal fit. Dobrina Zhekova, Travel + Leisure, 26 Apr. 2024 What's more, its maternity-friendly design has a single-length hemline that'll accommodate growing bellies. Michelle Rostamian, Peoplemag, 15 Apr. 2024 The sporty influences are in details like the black stripes on the waist and at the V-neck and the pleated hemline. Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 9 Apr. 2024 The look also called for a shorter hemline, which had previously been permissible only for young girls who could not yet embrace their femininity via fashion. Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 1 Apr. 2024 Her look consisted of a strapless dress with a flared hemline and an extra cropped collared button-down. Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 28 Mar. 2024 Kamali’s ruffled dresses—breezy, sheer, and cut with asymmetrical hemlines—felt like a more modern approach to the look. Christian Allaire, Vogue, 20 Mar. 2024 The middle of the gown was sheer exposing her legs as the hemline trails in an opaque black tulle. Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 15 Mar. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1923, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of hemline was in 1923

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“Hemline.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hemline. Accessed 4 May. 2024.

Kids Definition

hemline

noun
hem·​line ˈhem-ˌlīn How to pronounce hemline (audio)
: the line formed by the hem of a dress, skirt, or coat
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