Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
wardrobe malfunction
noun
/ˈwɔːrdroʊb mælˈfʌŋkʃən/
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Definition
An unintentional exposure of a person’s body due to a clothing-related issue.
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Examples
- During the concert, she experienced a wardrobe malfunction that caught everyone’s attention.
- The actor’s dress slipped, leading to a wardrobe malfunction on the red carpet.
- He laughed off the wardrobe malfunction, saying it was just part of the live performance.
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Meaning
The term often refers to instances when clothing fails to cover or hold something properly, leading to an embarrassing situation.
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Synonyms
- clothing incident
- fashion mishap
- wardrobe blunder