n. A skirt worn underneath another skirt; a petticoat.
n. An under layer of a multi-layer gown over which outer skirts are draped.
the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English
n. A petticoat; the foundation skirt of a draped dress.
The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
n. A skirt worn under others.
n. The foundation of a gown, on which drapery or an overskirt is arranged.
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n. undergarment worn under a skirt
Word Usage
"As I buttoned the waist I noticed the underskirt was about six inches longer than the upper, and for a moment I sat down on the bed and laughed at my own appearance."