Definition

Describing a style of clothing that includes a crinoline, which is a stiff fabric used to make skirts fuller and more structured.

Example

She wore a beautiful crinolined dress to the party.

Conversation

Did you see Sarah's dress at the party last night?

Yeah, it was stunning, especially with that crinolined design.

I know, right? It made her look so elegant and classy.

Definitely! I wish I could pull off something like that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Crinolined → It is formed from "crinoline" (from French *crin*, meaning horsehair, and *lin*, meaning linen) and the suffix "-ed" (indicating a state or condition). The word "crinolined" refers to being dressed or adorned with crinoline, a stiffened or structured fabric often used in skirts.

Memory Tip

Think of 'horsehair' ('crin') and 'linen' ('lin') to remember that 'crinolined' means being dressed in a structured fabric, often associated with skirts.

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