blouse

word

/ˈbɫaʊs/
blows
/blˈaʊz/
blowz

Definition

A blouse is a loose-fitting shirt, usually for women, often made of light fabric and worn on the upper body.

Usage & Nuances

'Blouse' is primarily used for women's tops, not men’s shirts. Common collocations: 'silk blouse,' 'white blouse,' 'button-up blouse.' In British English, 'blouse' is more common than in American English, where people sometimes just say 'shirt.'

Example Sentences

She wore a blue blouse to the meeting.

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My mother bought me a white blouse.

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The blouse is made of silk.

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Your new blouse looks great with those jeans!

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I spilled coffee on my favorite blouse this morning.

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Do you have a clean blouse I could borrow for work?

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