underskirt

Meanings

• noun

  A garment worn under a skirt, often with built-in underwear or panties.

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Variants

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underskirt , underskirts

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Etymology

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From Old English under- (meaning 'under') + skirt (meaning 'garment that covers the body from the waist down')

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Trivia

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1. In some cultures, it is considered impolite to show the underskirt of a woman's dress.

2. During the Renaissance period, women wore complex layers of underskirts, known as 'farthingales', to create a full, voluminous silhouette.

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1. petticoat: A type of underskirt that is fuller and more voluminous than a modern underskirt, often worn with historic or traditional costumes.

2. bloomer: A type of underskirt worn by women in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, characterized by baggy trousers or pants instead of a skirt.

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Culture

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In various cultures and historical periods, underskirts have been worn for different reasons, such as for modesty, warmth, or to enhance the appearance of outer skirts. They have been made from various materials, including wool, silk, and linen.

How to Memorize "underskirt"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a woman wearing an underskirt under a skirt or dress. Visualize the fabric and the way it fits against her body.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'underskirt' with the word 'panties' or 'underwear', as they are often worn together.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the phrase 'underneath the skirt' to remember the meaning of 'underskirt'.

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