English Explanatory Dictionary

crinolette

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A whalebone, cane, or steel framework that was worn between petticoat and dress, attached at the waist and projecting backwards but not as far to the sides as in the case of a full hoop skirt.

Word forms

crinolette crinolettes

Etymology

From crinoline + -ette.

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