Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
espartilho
Noun
/ɛs.pɑːrˈtiː.ʎoʊ/
Definition
A corset, typically a women’s undergarment designed to shape and support the waist.
Examples
- She wore an espartilho under her elegant dress.
- The historical espartilho was a symbol of fashion in the 19th century.
- Many women felt more confident with an espartilho shaping their figure.
Meaning
An espartilho is a close-fitting undergarment made of cloth, often reinforced with boning, that is worn to shape and slim the waist, giving a desired silhouette.
Synonyms
- corset
- waist cincher
- girdle