thigh-high

[ thahy-hahy ]

adjective

1. extending as high as the thighs.

noun

1. a garment for the lower body, as a stocking or boot, that reaches the thigh.

Word History and Origins

Origin of thigh-high¹

First recorded in 1830–40

Example Sentences

The singer's thigh-high stilettos and tight turtleneck mini were an intersting choice for Sunday best.

From The Daily Beast

Thigh-high leather boots… Gucci ostrich skin leather jackets… Horizontally striped posing briefs… More leather jackets...

From The Daily Beast

The dress, by Roland Mouret, came complete with a surprisingly daring thigh-high split.

From The Daily Beast

A sergeant of the West Riding Division was badly wounded as he stood thigh-high in water.

From Project Gutenberg