tea-length

[tee-lengkth, ‐-length]

adjective

1. (of a dress or skirt) falling below the knee and above the ankle, typically three to four inches above the ankle.

Word History and Origins

Origin of tea-length¹

tea (gown) ( def. ) + length ( def. )

Example Sentences

As I planned my wedding, I knew that I didn’t want a sweetheart neckline or a tea-length hem.

From Los Angeles Times

But when my mother, sister and I arrived at our first appointment, we were met with a mob of tulle and sparkle, sweetheart necklines and tea-length hems, and white, white, white.

From Los Angeles Times

Her stylist Jessica Paster came to her defense after hearing the commentary surrounding Brunson’s tea-length Dior gown, responding to keyboard critics who were hung up on the unfinished look of the Emmy winner’s subdued, rosy pink look.

From Los Angeles Times

With a black and gold glittering floral sheer fabric, Khan created a tea-length dress, a cocoon caftan and a sexy embroidered slip dress.

From Seattle Times

Tea-length, knee-length or two-piece outfits fit here.

From Seattle Times