skirt
skirt
skɜrt
skērt
British pronunciation
/skɜːt/

Definition & Meaning of "skirt"in English

Skirt
01

a piece of clothing for girls or women that fastens around the waist and hangs down around the legs

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skirt definition and meaning

What is a "skirt"?

A skirt is a type of garment worn on the lower part of the body, consisting of a fabric that drapes or flows from the waist down to cover the legs. Skirts come in many styles and lengths, from short mini skirts to long maxi skirts, and can be made from a variety of materials including cotton, silk, wool, or denim. They may be fitted or flowing and can be worn for a variety of occasions ranging from casual to formal. Skirts are popular among people of all genders and ages and can be paired with a variety of tops and shoes depending on the desired look. They are versatile and comfortable, making them a staple of many wardrobes.

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I love twirling in my favorite skirt.
She chose a knee-length skirt for the office.
02

cloth covering that forms the part of a garment below the waist

03

a girl or woman, typically objectifying her as an object of sexual desire

InformalInformal
OffensiveOffensive
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The group of men made comments about the skirts passing by.
He referred to his date dismissively as " a skirt, " which offended many.
04

(Fungi) a remnant of the partial veil that in mature mushrooms surrounds the stem like a collar

to skirt
01

to avoid or ignore doing something that one finds to be difficult or controversial

Transitive: to skirt an issue or responsibility
to skirt definition and meaning
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He tried to skirt the issue by changing the subject during the meeting.
She often skirts challenging tasks and focuses on easier ones.
02

to move around something by going around its edge

Transitive: to skirt an area
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The hikers skirted the dangerous cliff by walking along its outer edge.
They skirted the city center to avoid the traffic jam.
03

to be located along or around the boundary or edge of something

Transitive: to skirt an area
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The small village skirts the edge of the forest, offering a peaceful view.
A row of houses skirts the hill, each offering a view of the valley below.
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