Definition

A type of dress that is designed to look like a shirt, featuring a collar and buttons down the front.

Example

She wore a stylish shirtdress to the summer party.

Conversation

I just bought this new shirtdress for the summer.

That sounds cute! I love how comfortable they are.

Yeah, it’s perfect for casual outings.

You should wear it to our picnic this weekend!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Shirtdress → It is formed from "shirt" (from Old English *scyrte*, meaning a garment worn on the upper body) and "dress" (from Old French *drecier*, meaning to arrange or put in order). The word "shirtdress" refers to a dress that resembles a shirt, combining elements of both garments.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'shirt' as a top garment and a 'dress' as a full outfit; a shirtdress is a dress that looks like a shirt, combining the two styles.

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