miniskirt

American

[min-ee-skurt] / ˈmɪn iˌskɜrt /

noun

a very short skirt or skirt part, as of a coat or dress, ending several inches above the knee.

miniskirt British

/ ˈmɪnɪˌskɜːt /

noun

Often shortened to: mini. a very short skirt, originally in the 1960s one at least four inches above the knee

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Other Word Forms

Derived Forms

miniskirted

adjective

Etymology

Origin of miniskirt

First recorded in 1960–65; mini(ature) + skirt

Example Sentences

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In the land of the living, Heiyahas fully come into her own and is fashion-forward, adorned with gaudy jewelry, along with a denim jacket and miniskirt.

From Salon • Sep. 26, 2025

On the eve of the wedding, she was photographed wearing the most fashionable garment of the 1960s: the miniskirt.

From BBC • Sep. 5, 2025

It started in Berlin back in February, when Ms. Stewart shed her shirt for the film’s European premiere, wearing a very short Chanel couture patchwork miniskirt, matching blazer and knit bralet.

From New York Times • Mar. 18, 2024

It can create a delightful miniskirt effect, but it’s important to consider the flooring type, as it may affect the length that can be used.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 18, 2023

If they wore the same size, she'd be forcing Eleanor into a stonewashed miniskirt about now.

From "Eleanor & Park" by Rainbow Rowell

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