Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
wardrobe malfunction
noun
/ˈwɔːrdroʊb mælˈfʌŋkʃən/
Definition
An unintentional exposure of a person’s body due to a clothing-related issue.
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.
Meaning
The term often refers to instances when clothing fails to cover or hold something properly, leading to an embarrassing situation.
Synonyms
- clothing incident
- fashion mishap
- wardrobe blunder
