Vocabulary Entry

shirtwaister

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noun

A shirtwaister is a style of dress that is designed to resemble a blouse and a skirt joined together, often cinched at the waist.

Example Sentences

"She wore a vintage shirtwaister that reminded her of the 1950s."

"The shirtwaister was very popular among women in the early to mid 20th century."

"For the summer party, she chose a floral shirtwaister that was both stylish and comfortable."