underbodice
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Definition
Noun: A short, sleeveless undergarment worn by women, typically as an underlayer for a dress or blouse. It is designed to provide modesty, shape, or an extra layer of warmth.
Usage
The word "underbodice" is a specific, somewhat dated term for a foundational garment. It is used to describe the item itself. * She wore a linen underbodice beneath her silk gown. * The historical costume required an underbodice for authenticity.
Examples
- The delicate lace was carefully preserved in the antique trunk.
- In colder weather, a woolen provided essential warmth.
Advanced Usage
- Historical/Descriptive Context: The term is most commonly found in historical fiction, costume descriptions, or discussions of period clothing.
- The portrait revealed the fine embroidery on her visible *underbodice.
Variants and Related Words
- Camisole: A more modern, general term for a similar sleeveless undergarment, often worn as sleepwear or lingerie.
- Undervest: A British English term for a simple, sleeveless undergarment.
- Bodice: The fitted part of a woman's dress extending from the shoulders to the waist. An is worn beneath the bodice.
Synonyms
- Sleeveless undershirt
- Undervest
- (Historical) Chemisette
Notes on Meaning
This word refers specifically to the undergarment. It should not be confused with the outer "bodice" of a dress. Its use implies a garment from an earlier era or a specific, traditional context.
Noun
- a short sleeveless undergarment for women