Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
corpete
Noun
/kɔːrˈpɛt/
Definition
A corset, often used to shape the waist and support the bust.
Examples
- She wore a stunning dress that had a built-in corpete to accentuate her figure.
- Many historical outfits included a corpete to create a fashionable silhouette.
Meaning
A tight-fitting undergarment worn by women to shape the torso and emphasize the waist.
Synonyms
- corset
- girdle
- waist trainer