(UK, historical) A tight, sleeveless underbodice, originally as typically worn by children to allow for more freedom of movement than a corset.
(UK, historical) A tight, sleeveless underbodice, originally as typically worn by children to allow for more freedom of movement than a corset.
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(historical) A tight-fitting gown or basque worn by both men and women during the Middle Ages.
(historical, countable) A frame worn underneath a woman's skirt, typically only protruding from the rear as opposed to the earlier more circular hoops.
(British) A sleeveless garment, often with a low-cut neck, usually worn under a shirt or blouse.
A woman's foundation garment, reinforced with stays, that supports the waistline, hips and bust.
(US, Canada, historical) An underskirt worn by some Native American girls and women.