Petticoat (Noun)
Meaning
Undergarment worn under a skirt.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- She wore a delicate lace petticoat under her wedding dress to add a touch of elegance.
- The historical reenactor carefully tied the strings of her petticoat to ensure it was secure under her long skirt.
- The little girl's favorite petticoat was a bright pink one with white flowers that she loved to twirl in.
- In the 19th century, women often wore multiple petticoats under their skirts to add volume and modesty.
- The vintage clothing store sold a variety of antique petticoats, each one carefully preserved and restored to its former glory.