minidress

noun

mini·​dress ˈmi-nē-ˌdres How to pronounce minidress (audio)
Synonyms of minidressnext
: a short close-fitting dress

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She was seen in a lilac floral Delphine minidress paired with Aquazzura stilettos and a Christian Louboutin bag. — Allison Degrushe, StyleCaster, 13 Aug. 2026 In addition to Hathaway’s fuchsia and red moment, Madonna showcased a hot pink and black slingback pump from Saint Laurent at the label’s men’s show in Paris in June, pairing the shoes with a lacy red long-sleeve minidress. — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 10 Aug. 2026 Shorter hemlines may be egging on this summer skin trend, but don’t toss that minidress just yet. — Kara Nesvig, Allure, 10 Aug. 2026 At the pre-party, Jenner stunned in a hot-pink bodycon minidress with a plunging neckline. — Staff Author, InStyle, 8 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for minidress

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First Known Use

1965, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of minidress was in 1965

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“Minidress.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/minidress. Accessed 18 Aug. 2026.

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