Chemise

/ʃəˈmiːz/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A woman's loose-fitting shirt or dress, typically made from lightweight fabric.

She wore a delicate chemise under her evening gown.

A type of long undershirt worn by men or women.

The historical costume featured a traditional chemise as the base layer.

In French, it can refer to a shirt or blouse.

He gifted her a beautiful chemise from Paris.

French, meaning 'shirt' or 'smock', from Latin 'camisia'.

chemise dress

A dress that resembles a chemise, usually comfortable and casual.

nightgown

A loose-fitting garment worn in bed.

slip

A woman's undergarment worn under a dress.

shift

A simple, loose-fitting dress.

smock

A loose outer garment worn to protect one's clothing.

Casual term for a lightweight dress.

She's just throwing on a chemise for the beach.

A playful term referring to any loose, comfortable clothing.

After a long day, all I want to wear is my chemise.