wide-cut
Definition
Adjective: 1. Having ample fabric; cut to be loose or full: Describes clothing or fabric that is designed and constructed with extra material, resulting in a loose, flowing, or generous fit, rather than being tight or narrow.
Usage
This adjective is used specifically to describe items of clothing, most commonly trousers/pants or skirts, that are intentionally made with a full cut. It emphasizes the style and construction of the garment.
Examples
- She prefers wide-cut trousers for their comfort and modern style.
- The vintage dress featured a beautiful wide-cut skirt that flowed as she walked.
- Wide-cut jeans were very popular in the 1990s.
Advanced Usage
- The term can be used comparatively or descriptively within fashion writing or discussion.
- The designer's new collection contrasts slim-fit tops with wide-cut bottoms.
Variants and Related Words
- Full (adj.): Similar in meaning, often used interchangeably with "wide-cut" for skirts (e.g., a full skirt).
- Baggy (adj.): Describes loose-fitting clothing but often implies a less tailored, more slouchy look than "wide-cut."
- Flared (adj.): Describes a cut that is fitted at the top (e.g., at the waist or hips) and becomes wider toward the bottom.
- Loose-fitting (adj.): A more general term for clothing that is not tight.
Synonyms
- Full-cut
- Ample
- Generously cut
Antonyms
- Narrow-cut
- Slim-fit
- Skinny
- Tight-fitting
Adjective
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having ample fabric
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the current taste for wide trousers
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a full skirt
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