Synonyms for

Corset

Verb / ˈkɔ:rsʌt / Another word for corset — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a close-fitting undergarment worn to support the waistline

Synonyms & similar words

stays girdle girdle bodice stay brassiere underbodice bustier underpinning underwear undergarment brass stays supporter undercorset corselet corsetry bustle

Example sentences

  1. I wore a corset under my dress to make my waist look smaller for the dance.
  2. My great-grandmother wore a corset every day to keep her posture straight.
  3. The actress couldn't breathe in her corset during filming.
  4. The corset was made of silk and lace and was very expensive.
  5. The corset helped the woman's back pain by supporting her spine.

Quotes

  • A woman's dress should be like a barbed-wire fence: serving its purpose without obstructing the view. - Sophia Loren
  • Fashion should be a form of escapism, and not a form of imprisonment. - Alexander McQueen
  • I don't do fashion. I am fashion. - Coco Chanel

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