chemise

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Pronunciation

• (British) IPA: /ʃəˈmiːz/

Noun

chemise (plural chemises)

1. (historical) A loose shirtlike undergarment, especially for women.
2. A short nightdress, or similar piece of lingerie.
3. A woman's dress that fits loosely; a chemise dress.
4. A wall that lines the face of a bank or earthwork.

Related terms

• shimmy

Translations

• French: chemise de nuit, nuisette
• Russian: (же́нская OR ночна́я) соро́чка

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