tea-length

American  

[tee-lengkth, ‐-length] / ˈtiˌlɛŋkθ, ‐ˌlɛŋθ /

adjective

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

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Etymology

Origin of tea-length

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

Example Sentences

The couple made their entrance — arm in arm — with Sonenshein in a tea-length, corseted gown and Vahle in a bespoke suit the shade of a Liguria olive.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2026

Designed by Nicolas Ghesquière for Louis Vuitton, Hathaway’s tea-length dress was paired with dazzling jewels from Bulgari.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2026

On Chilling Adventures, Sabrina’s tea-length crinoline dress plays a vital role, while her wardrobe of sweaters and pedal pusher pants assist in the creation of an old-school vibe.

From Slate • Nov. 21, 2018

Steinfeld accessorized her crystal-covered, hand-embroidered, tea-length tulle dress in pale pink with a ballerina-style, diamond-and-platinum Fred Leighton headband.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 28, 2011

His black tux with a light-blue vest and tie match the strapless tea-length gown I have on.

From "The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas