Gymslip
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Gymslip is a noun meaning A sleeveless tunic with a pleated skirt, most commonly seen as part of a girl's school uniform.
Meaning
A sleeveless tunic with a pleated skirt, most commonly seen as part of a girl's school uniform.
Example Sentences
I've seen this child in her gymslip and school blouse […]
She'd swapped the print dress for a plain white blouse and brown gymslip.
Boarders wore navy pleated skirts with white blouses; day girls had brown gymslips, cream blouses and beige jumpers. Lisle stockings could be a nuisance, as were hats and gloves.
Word Forms
- gymslips
Synonyms for gymslip
Depending on context, synonyms include tunic.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include tunic, maillot, underslip, kilt, slip, swimsuit.
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