full skirt
Definition
Noun: A skirt, typically long, that is constructed with a significant amount of fabric gathered or pleated at the waist, creating a wide, voluminous shape that flows away from the body.
Usage
A "full skirt" is a specific garment item. It describes the skirt's cut and volume, not its length, though it is often long. The term is used in fashion, sewing, and general descriptions of clothing. - She wore a beautiful full skirt with a simple blouse. - The pattern is for a full skirt with a fitted waistband.
Advanced Usage
- As a fashion descriptor: The term can imply a classic, feminine, or vintage style.
- The designer's collection featured elegant full skirts reminiscent of the 1950s.
Variants and Related Words
- Circle skirt: A type of full skirt made from a complete circle of fabric.
- Dirndl skirt: A full skirt that is gathered into a waistband.
- Fullness: (Noun) The quality of being full or voluminous, often used in sewing to describe the amount of fabric in a skirt.
Synonyms
- Voluminous skirt
- Gathered skirt (though this specifies the construction method at the waist)
Antonyms
- Pencil skirt
- Straight skirt
- Sheath skirt
Related Phrases/Compounds
- Full-skirted: (Adjective) Used to describe a dress or coat that has a full skirt as part of its design.
- She chose a full-skirted wedding gown.
Noun
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a long skirt gathered at the waist
