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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

crinoline

/krɪˈnɒlɪn/ noun · British & US
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What does crinoline mean?

noun

A type of women's undergarment, typically a hoop skirt or a frame worn under a skirt to give it shape and volume. A style of skirt or dress characterized by a stiffened or structured shape, often with a hoop or frame underneath.

Example

"The Victorian-era woman wore a crinoline to accentuate her bustle."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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