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cotton top

American  
Or cottontop

noun

  1. a person with extremely light-colored hair.


Etymology

Origin of cotton top

First recorded in 1920–25

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Next, a black cotton top constructed of myriad shreds for volume – and edge.

From Seattle Times Feb. 28, 2023

Dressed up or worn casual, they'll definitely find use for this bright cotton top this winter.

From Golf Digest Dec. 12, 2019

A sweet, white cotton top with three quarter-length bell sleeves from PS by Paul Smith portrays a pair of pooches in love.

From Los Angeles Times Feb. 15, 2018

The Cambium is made from a uniquely flexible natural rubber and organic cotton top, enhanced by a thin layer of structural textile for added resilience.

From The Guardian Jul. 7, 2013

She’s wearing white jeans and a navy blue cotton top with diamond jewelry.

From "We Were Liars" by E. Lockhart

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