"corsetwear" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Etymology: From corset + -wear. Etymology templates: {{suffix|en|corset|wear}} corset + -wear Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} corsetwear (uncountable)
  1. Corsets and other clothing that incorporates corsetry. Tags: uncountable
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