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Meaning of "overskirt" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF OVERSKIRT

overskirt  [ˈəʊvəˌskɜːt] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF OVERSKIRT

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preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Overskirt is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES OVERSKIRT MEAN IN ENGLISH?

overskirt

Overskirt

An overskirt, or peplum, is a type of elongated hem resembling a short skirt, worn to lay over another garment, either another skirt such as a petticoat or underskirt, or breeches. Overskirts may serve various purposes, ranging from protecting the underlying clothing from mud and dirt, to being purely a decorative feature. Overskirts have been popular as a clothing detail for both men and women during various periods of history. More recently, they are associated with women's jackets and blouses, included in closely fitted clothing, where they accentuate a narrow waist, or light materials to create a casual sense of elegance. Overskirts first came into fashion during the Victorian Era in 1867, after the pre-hoop and hoop periods of multiple petticoats and crinoline, and before the bustle period.A reduction in overall shirt size was seen at this time. Fashion in ladies dresses changed from the wide, very lacy skirts, to a more conical shape that diminished at the hips. Early skirts were often looped up for walking, showing a pretty petticoat underneath, which led to the introduction of the overskirt.

Definition of overskirt in the English dictionary

The definition of overskirt in the dictionary is an outer skirt, esp one that reveals a decorative underskirt.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH OVERSKIRT


alert
əˈlɜːt
concert
ˈkɒnsɜːt
convert
kənˈvɜːt
curt
kɜːt
dessert
dɪˈzɜːt
dirt
dɜːt
expert
ˈɛkspɜːt
flirt
flɜːt
foreskirt
ˈfɔːˌskɜːt
hoop-skirt
ˈhuːpˌskɜːt
hurt
hɜːt
insert
ɪnˈsɜːt
microskirt
ˈmaɪkrəʊˌskɜːt
midiskirt
ˈmɪdɪˌskɜːt
miniskirt
ˈmɪnɪˌskɜːt
shirt
ʃɜːt
skirt
skɜːt
underskirt
ˈʌndəˌskɜːt
upskirt
ˈʌpˌskɜːt
vert
vɜːt

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE OVERSKIRT

oversimplification
oversimplified
oversimplifies
oversimplify
oversimplistic
oversimply
oversize
oversize(d)
oversized
overskip
overslaugh
oversleep
oversleeve
overslept
overslip
overslow
oversman
oversmoke
oversoak
oversoft

WORDS THAT END LIKE OVERSKIRT

ballet skirt
bit of skirt
dirndl skirt
divided skirt
grass skirt
hobble skirt
hula skirt
pencil skirt
ra-ra skirt
rah-rah skirt
slit skirt
split skirt

Synonyms and antonyms of overskirt in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «overskirt» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF OVERSKIRT

Find out the translation of overskirt to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of overskirt from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «overskirt» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

罩裙
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

sobrefalda
570 millions of speakers

English

overskirt
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

overskirt
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

overskirt
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

Overskirt
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

overskirt
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

overskirt
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

overskirt
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Overskirt
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Überrock
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

オーバースカート
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

overskirt
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Overskirt
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

overskirt
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

overskirt
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

ओव्हरस्कर्ट
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

üst etek
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

overskirt
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

overskirt
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

Overskirt
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

overskirt
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

overskirt
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

overrok
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

overskirt
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

overskirt
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of overskirt

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «OVERSKIRT»

The term «overskirt» is regularly used and occupies the 72.613 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «OVERSKIRT» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about overskirt

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «OVERSKIRT»

Discover the use of overskirt in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to overskirt and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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The New Crochet: 40 Wonderful Wearables
40 Wonderful Wearables Terry Taylor. this mesh overskirt. Diamond. Mesh. Overskirt. slippin9. , . . over a simple unadorned DESIGN BY. Donna. Hulka. skirt is a great magic trick. Abracadabra! skill level Experienced finished measurements ...
Terry Taylor, 2005
2
American Cloak and Suit Review
Extremely New Is the Slashed Overskirt One of the most vexing questions earlier in the season, was the matter of variation in the skirts of afternoon and evening gowns. This question has been solved in a most satisfactory manner, just as all ...
‎1915
3
80 Godey's Full-Color Fashion Plates: 1838-1880
Long muslin apron overskirt, and trained skirt, trimmed with Mechlin lace, a thick roll of muslin banded with pink ribbon and garlands of flowers. Low corsage, pink silk in front, plaited white muslin in back, trimmed with lace; short sleeves.
JoAnne Olian, 2012
4
The Puritan
waist from an inch to an inch and a half. The tunic overskirt is not altogether bad for this short waisted figure, either, because with a short waist the legs are of course disproportionately long, and the bisecting line of the upper skirt remedies this ...
‎1899
5
Defining Dress: Dress as Object, Meaning, and Identity
The fashions of the 1670s were derived from the decade 1650-60 when an overskirt, with braid down the centre front edges and hem, was worn over the rich petticoat. The overskirt was open at the front with the edges meeting, but as the ...
Amy De La Haye, Elizabeth Wilson, 1999
6
Frank Leslie's Lady's Magazine
The quantity of twenty-four inchqvide material required for making is twelve yards for the skirt, and nine yards for the basque and overskirt. Black chip hat, trimmed with slate-gray and black Surah fonlard silk, gold braid, and a natural feather.
‎1876
7
English Women's Clothing in the Nineteenth Century: A ...
The overskirt may be only simulated by a line of flouncing, especially in heavy stuffs. ... overskirt or casaque having the same effect; a last year's muslin dress with single skirt can now be used with a black silk walking skirt underneath, the ...
C. Willett Cunnington, 2013
8
Fish and Sea Life Cut and Use Stencils
AFTERNOON DRESS, OVERSKIRT AND BONNET 7 n Afternoon Drew, Overrhirt and Bonnet 6. WORK DRESS, OVERSKIRT, APRON. Stitch the center back seam , leaving it open above the dot. Press the seam open; press under the seam ...
Ted Menten, 1983
9
Sewing Clothes Kids Love: Sewing Patterns and Instructions ...
If you want vertical gathers on the overskirt gores, add them now, following the instructions for “gathering with elastic” on page 92. Then sew the overskirt pieces together. If desired, insert piping or other trim in the seams during this part of ...
Nancy Langdon, Sabine Pollehn, 2010
10
Sew What! Skirts: 16 Simple Styles You Can Make with ...
FOLD <4; _ underskirt underskirt front back overskirt LAY IT OUT, CUT IT UP 1. Underskirt. Prepare the fabric according to instructions on the bolt. (See page 13. ) Note the direction of any pattern design. If your hip size plus seam allowance ...
Francesca DenHartog, 2012

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «OVERSKIRT»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term overskirt is used in the context of the following news items.
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Andrea Freeman: Nikki Reed's Wedding Planner Shares Her Best Tips
Try a sleek strapless dress with a removable overskirt. After your ceremony remove the skirt, bustle your train, and let down your hair and ... «Hollywood Life, Jul 15»
2
Bring on the rompers!
Actress Gugu Mbatha-Raw wore a black strapless one with origami detailing at the bust and a full overskirt, which made it look like an LBD. «Times of India, Jul 15»
3
The New Couturiers: Aouadi's Punkish Femmes
Jet embroidery crops up again as “disintegrating petals” on a transparent overskirt of a long boatneck dress. On another dress, sleeves in ... «Style.com, Jul 15»
4
Valentino's Roman Legion
... whole dresses made in brocade mosaics); and the Colosseum lion's cage, the animal layered onto tulle and trapped under a sheer overskirt. «New York Times, Jul 15»
5
Loud patterns, bold statements
... a kilt-inspired pant with an overskirt…” Black and white geometric patterns are interrupted with colourful flowers, elephants, birds, and motifs ... «The Hindu, Jul 15»
6
Maison Margiela
At the same time, a frond-printed suit and a dress with a twisted bodice and pleated overskirt had a glamour that was straightforward in this ... «Style.com, Jul 15»
7
Setting sail for a stylish finish
The three-quarter length gown, featured a boned bra-lette bodice with filmy, asymmetrical overskirt and breathtakingly intricate beadwork down ... «Independent Online, Jul 15»
8
Forgiving The Dead: Oregon Shakespeare Festival Transforms Dark …
Her exquisite blue-and-white gown of the opening scene almost glows against their shabby browns. But the blue bodice and overskirt fall away, ... «Jefferson Public Radio, Jun 15»
9
10 easy, breezy pieces: flattering clothes for summer
Feminine flourishes such as peplum (a short overskirt or ruffle at the waist), pleats and pussy-bow collars are all great for adding shape. «Irish Times, Jun 15»
10
Preview a Sale from the Collection of Haute Couture Dealer Didier …
Schiaparelli brocaded silk dress with matching overskirt, woven in pink and yellow with prancing horses, 1938. Estimate $2,250 to $3,350. Chanel. 1 of 15. «Architectural Digest, Jun 15»

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