maxi
[ mak-see ]
/ ˈmæk si /
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noun, plural max·is.
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maxi-
a combining form with the meanings “very large in comparison with others of its kind” (maxi-budget; maxi-taxi); “of great scope or intensity” (maxi-devaluation; maxi-service); (of clothing) “long, nearly ankle-length” (maxicoat; maxiskirt).
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British Dictionary definitions for maxi
maxi
/ (ˈmæksɪ) /
adjective
- (of a garment) reaching the ankle
- (as noun)she wore a maxi
- (in combination)a maxidress
noun
a type of large racing yacht
Word Origin for maxi
C20: shortened from maximum
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