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Crinoline
01
crinoline, jupon crinoline
a stiff, petticoat-like undergarment made of horsehair or a similar material, which is worn to give shape and volume to a woman's skirt
Exemples
In the 19th century, women often wore crinolines under their dresses to achieve a voluminous silhouette.
Au 19ème siècle, les femmes portaient souvent des crinolines sous leurs robes pour obtenir une silhouette volumineuse.
The ball gown was supported by layers of crinoline, giving it a full and dramatic skirt.
La robe de bal était soutenue par des couches de crinoline, lui donnant une jupe ample et dramatique.
02
a firm, rough fabric employed to give structure to hats or clothing
Exemples
The milliner used crinoline to give shape to the hat's brim.
She inserted a layer of crinoline into the dress bodice for structure.
