petticoat
noun/ˈpɛtikoʊt/
Frequency rank: #18,255 most common English word
Meaning
An undergarment worn beneath a skirt or dress, typically a light decorative slip.
Example sentence
She lifted her skirt to show the lace trim on her petticoat.
Synonyms & related words
- slip
- underskirt
- crinoline
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