"shirtwaist" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: shirtwaists [plural]
Etymology: From shirt + waist. Etymology templates: {{compound|en|shirt|waist}} shirt + waist Head templates: {{en-noun}} shirtwaist (plural shirtwaists)
  1. (US) A woman's tailored blouse, buttoned down the front. Tags: US Categories (topical): Clothing Synonyms: shirtwaister, shirt-waist, shirt waist Derived forms: shirtwaist blouse Related terms: shirtdress

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Alternative forms

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