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miniskirt

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Noun — A very short skirt with a hemline well above the knee.

Etymology

From "mini-" plus "skirt," coined to describe the short hemlines that became fashionable in the 1960s.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “miniskirt” mean?

The word “miniskirt” means a very short skirt with a hemline well above the knee. In plain terms, a skirt cut much shorter than a standard length, usually ending mid-thigh.

How do you pronounce “miniskirt”?

“Miniskirt” is pronounced MIH-nihs-kuht (/ˈmɪnɪskəːt/ in IPA).

How do you use “miniskirt” in a sentence?

Here is “miniskirt” used in a sentence: “The miniskirt became a symbol of 1960s fashion.”

What part of speech is “miniskirt”?

“Miniskirt” is a noun.

Where does the word “miniskirt” come from?

The word “miniskirt” dates back to around 1960. From "mini-" plus "skirt," coined to describe the short hemlines that became fashionable in the 1960s.

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