corset
noun
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Definition of corset
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
: a usually close-fitting and often laced medieval jacket
2
: a woman's close-fitting boned supporting undergarment that is often hooked and laced and that extends from above or beneath the bust or from the waist to below the hips and has garters attached
corset
verb
corseted;
corseting;
corsets
Definition of corset (Entry 2 of 2)
Examples of corset in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web: Noun
However, keep it fresh a la Lizzo and instead of opting for your usual tee, try a cute corset underneath instead. — Bianca Nieves, Teen Vogue, "How to Dress like Lizzo This Fall 2019," 4 Sep. 2019 During this time, Victorian women, who often fainted from wearing tight corsets, would rely on this particular style of sofa to recover. — Monique Valeris, ELLE Decor, "Everything You Need to Know About a Fainting Couch," 23 Aug. 2019 At that point Timberlake ripped off a piece of Jacksonâs corset, revealing her right breast. — SI.com, "A History of Football in 100 Objects," 28 Aug. 2019 Away with your Sperrys, nautical stripes, and sun hats; Kylie Jenner just boarded a boat in a full silk corset, Gucci sunglasses, and a mini Hermès bag. — Erica Gonzales, Harper's BAZAAR, "Kylie Jenner Works a Corset for a Birthday Boat Ride in the South of France," 15 Aug. 2019 Before spending three hours in the makeup chair, Scott met with the showâs designer to tweak his drag look, in the process trying on a corset, high heels and fake eyelashes. — John Wenzel, The Know, "Watch: MTVâs âDrag My Dadâ brings Colorado Springs father and son closer together," 18 July 2019 In a basement room, Tony Award-winning costume designer Catherine Zuber and her associate designers Wilberth Gonzalez and AC Gottleib are fitting Amber Ardolino in a custom corset. — Raisa Bruner, Time, "Behind the Scenes of the Moulin Rouge! Musical With Its Star Costume Designer," 24 July 2019 There is a light tulle corset that holds the dress's strapless part. — Leena Kim, Town & Country, "Designer Luisa Beccaria Reveals What It Was Really Like to Make Lady Gabriella Windsor's Wedding Dress," 18 May 2019 Lissome men and women, wearing little more than corsets and stockings, stare down the audience. — Ben Brantley, New York Times, "Review: âMoulin Rouge! The Musicalâ Offers a Party, and a Playlist, for the Ages," 25 July 2019Recent Examples on the Web: Verb
Sparo was also working up until the last minute on one of his signature corseted dresses and his finishing suffered for the effort, though the judges especially admired his fluid white pants ensemble. — Vincent Boucher, The Hollywood Reporter, "'Project Runway' Finds the "American Dream" in Winner Sebastian Grey," 14 June 2019 The lace corseted top was tucked beneath a similar lace and silk slip skirt. — Alyssa Hardy, Teen Vogue, "Ariel Winter Wore a Head-to-Toe Lingerie Outfit to the Golden Globes Afterparty," 7 Jan. 2019 With its asymmetrical hemline, corseted bodice, and showstopping print, the dress was classic Westwood and pure Newton. — Maria Ward, Vogue, "Thandie Newton on Her Epic Cannes DressâA Tribute to Star Warsâs Iconic Black Characters," 16 May 2018 Kardashian West donned a head-to-toe gold Atelier Versace corseted gown adorned with embellished crosses that hugged every curve of her enviable frame. — Carrie Goldberg, Harper's BAZAAR, "Kim Kardashian West May Have Just Worn Her Best Look Yet," 8 May 2018 Kardashian Westâs latest look built upon her summer style, which has seen her wear corseted bodysuits from the Italian house paired with below-the-knee skirts from Wolford and offset sporty shorts with elevated, fitted tops. — Edward Barsamian, Vogue, "Kim Kardashian West Brings Sultry Beachside Style to the Red Carpet," 16 July 2018 Cyrus chose an ivory silk satin corseted draped gown by Vivienne Westwood. — Amy Mackelden, Harper's BAZAAR, "Miley Cyrus Stuns in a Vivienne Westwood Wedding Dress as She Dances to 'Uptown Funk'," 27 Dec. 2018 Compare that to her 1989 original: Naturally, the pop star made her entrance at the top of the staircase in a hooded robe, but her backup dancers helped her change out of the garment to reveal a white corseted look underneath. — Erica Gonzales, Harper's BAZAAR, "Madonna Performed at the Met Gala and Of Course She Sang "Like a Prayer"," 8 May 2018 In past seasons, an influx of overly complicated swimwear options have emergedâfrom prints to cut-outs, corseting to retro chic. — Carrie Goldberg, Harper's BAZAAR, "Simple Swim is In Again," 6 July 2017These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'corset.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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corset
noun
English Language Learners Definition of corset
: a tight, stiff piece of clothing worn by women under other clothing to make their waists appear smaller
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corset
noun
cor¡set
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Kids Definition of corset
: a tight undergarment worn to support or give shape to waist and hips
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