bi-swing

[ bahy-swing ]

adjective

1. (of a garment) made with a deep pleat starting at the back waistline or belt and extending up to the shoulder on each side, to avoid constriction when the wearer's arms are extended.

noun

1. a garment made with such pleats at the back, especially a jacket.

Word History and Origins

Origin of bi-swing¹

First recorded in 1965–70