bodice


Definition: Meaning of, bodice in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / ˈbɒdɪs /

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bodice bodices
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  1. the part of a woman's dress above her waist
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  2. a tight-fitting woman's WAISTCOAT worn over a BLOUSE in former times
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  3. old use a piece of woman's underwear that covers the upper part of her body [=  corset]
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bodice used in phrases

  • bodice ripper (noun)
    1. a romantic novel containing scenes in which the heroine is sexually violated
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