hemline

noun

Meaning

The bottom edge of a garment such as a skirt, dress, or coat.

Examples

The designer decided to raise the hemline of the evening gown to create a more modern silhouette.
She carefully measured the hemline to ensure the skirt would fall exactly at her knee.

Synonyms: edge, bottom, border, skirt length

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hemline

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈhɛmlaɪn/

Definition

The bottom edge of a garment such as a skirt, dress, or coat.

Examples

The designer decided to raise the hemline of the evening gown to create a more modern silhouette.
She carefully measured the hemline to ensure the skirt would fall exactly at her knee.
Fashion critics noted that the fluctuating hemline often reflects the economic mood of the decade.

Synonyms of hemline

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