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camisole

noun
/ˈkamɪsəʊl/UK

Etymology

From French camisole, from Old Occitan camisola, diminutive of camisa (“shirt”).

  1. derived from camisola
  2. borrowed from camisole

Definitions

  1. A short, sleeveless undergarment worn by women underneath a blouse, or as a form of short…

    A short, sleeveless undergarment worn by women underneath a blouse, or as a form of short négligée.

    • A visible bra strap, a bit of camisole peeking, a partially exposed thong: Innerwear slinks into a new role

  2. A straitjacket.

  3. A light jacket with sleeves.

  4. ›+ 1 more definition

    1. To straitjacket.

      • He believes it better to camisole a patient than to seclude him.

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