corset

Meanings

• noun

  A tight-lacing undergarment for women, designed to narrow the waist and accentuate the curves.

  - "She wore a beautiful antique corset to the ball."
  - "The corset was so tight that she could barely breathe."
  - "The fashion for corsets declined in the 20th century."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈkɔː(ɹ).sɪt/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

bodice , stays , underbodice

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Rhymes

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harvest , hearth , coat , moat

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Variants

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corset , corsets , corseted , corseting

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Etymology

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The word 'corset' comes from the Old French 'corselet', meaning 'little body'. It was first used in English in the late 15th century.

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Trivia

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1. The world's smallest corset measures just 12 inches around the waist.

2. The use of corsets declined in the early 20th century due to the rise of more comfortable undergarments.

3. Some women still wear corsets as part of a fetish or BDSM lifestyle.

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Related Concepts

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1. waist trainer: A modern alternative to the corset, designed to slim the waist and enhance the figure.

2. lacing: The process of tightening the laces of a corset to achieve a desired fit.

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Culture

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The corset has a rich cultural history, particularly in Western fashion. It was popular during the Victorian era and was worn as a symbol of femininity and beauty. The corset has also been used in literature, such as in Charlotte Bronte's 'Jane Eyre', and in art, such as in the paintings of John Singer Sargent.

How to Memorize "corset"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a woman wearing a corset, with a narrow waist and accentuated curves. Imagine the laces in the back, and the way the corset shapes the body.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'corset' with the idea of femininity and beauty. Think about the Victorian era and the fashion for hourglass figures.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Corsets Cinch Curves' to help remember the meaning of the word.

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