Petticoats Meaning in English
word · lemma: petticoat
Definition
Petticoats are skirts worn under a dress or skirt to give volume or for an extra layer. They are usually used in historical or traditional women's clothing.
Usage & Nuances
'Petticoats' is mostly historical or literary, rarely used for modern clothing. Common with period costumes or describing old-fashioned styles. Not to be confused with 'slip' (modern underdress). Often in plural ('petticoats'), even for one garment.
Example Sentences
She wore white petticoats under her dress.
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Victorian women often wore several petticoats.
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The old costume includes ruffled petticoats.
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"How many petticoats are you wearing under that gown?"
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Her colorful petticoats peeked out as she danced.
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Back then, you couldn't step outside without your petticoats.
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