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UK/["/skɜːt/"]/US/["/skɜːrt/"]/

Meaning of Skirt

a piece of clothing that hangs from the middle part of the body

In simple words: A piece of clothing that hangs from the waist and goes down to a certain length.

Skirt in a sentence

  • She wore a beautiful blue skirt to the party.
  • The long skirt flowed elegantly as she walked.
  • He decided to skirt the issue rather than confront it directly.
  • Students often skirt around the rules during lunchtime.
  • The kids like to skirt along the edge of the playground.

How to use Skirt

Use 'skirt' when referring to women's clothing. It is appropriate in casual and formal contexts but may be less formal in everyday conversations. Avoid using it in contexts where gender-neutral terms are preferred.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'skirt' swirling around a dancer to remember its shape.

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Synonyms for Skirt

Opposites of Skirt

Common mistakes with Skirt

  • Confused with 'shirt' as they sound similar.
  • May use 'skirt' to mean 'to avoid' when referring to tasks.
  • Often misspell it as 'skert'.

Compare Skirt with Dress, Wrap, Bottom

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Frequently asked questions about Skirt

What does Skirt mean?

A piece of clothing that hangs from the waist and goes down to a certain length.

What is the definition of Skirt?

a piece of clothing that hangs from the middle part of the body

How do you use Skirt in a sentence?

She wore a beautiful blue skirt to the party.

Can you give another example of Skirt?

The long skirt flowed elegantly as she walked.

What are synonyms for Skirt?

Common alternatives include dress, kilt, wrap, bottom.

What is the opposite of Skirt?

Opposite meanings include trousers, shorts.

What words go with Skirt?

It commonly pairs with long, short, ankle-length, hike up, hitch up, lift, billow, swirl, ride up, length, suit, the hem of somebody’s skirt, long, short, ankle-length, hike up, hitch up, lift, billow, swirl, ride up, length, suit, the hem of somebody’s skirt.

What are common mistakes when using Skirt?

Confused with 'shirt' as they sound similar. May use 'skirt' to mean 'to avoid' when referring to tasks. Often misspell it as 'skert'.

How do you pronounce Skirt?

US: /["/skɜːrt/"]/, UK: /["/skɜːt/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Skirt?

Use 'skirt' when referring to women's clothing. It is appropriate in casual and formal contexts but may be less formal in everyday conversations. Avoid using it in contexts where gender-neutral terms are preferred.

What CEFR level is Skirt?

"Skirt" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.