Corpiño (en. Corset)

/korˈpiɲo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A women's clothing item that covers and supports the bust.
The lace corset she bought is very pretty.
El corpiño de encaje que compró es muy bonito.
Elements of traditional clothing that are worn under other garments.
A corset was worn under the dress to give it shape.
Se usaba un corpiño debajo del vestido para darle forma.
A form of corset used to stylize the figure.
The corset gave her an elegant silhouette at the wedding.
El corpiño le daba una silueta elegante en la boda.

Etymology

From Old Spanish 'corpiño', derived from Latin 'corpus', which means body.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to wear a corset
To wear a garment that supports the bust.
llevar un corpiño
to take off the corset
To strip off the fitted garment.
quitarse el corpiño

Related Words

bra
A garment that supports the bust, similar to the corset.
sostén
dress
A garment that is worn over the corset.
vestido
dressmaker
A person who makes garments like corsets.
modista

Slang Meanings

A garment that accentuates the female figure.
She bought a corset that makes her look incredible.
Ella se compró un corpiño que la hace lucir increíble.
Reference to a comfortable garment that fits well.
That corset is so comfortable you could wear it all day.
Ese corpiño es tan cómodo que podrías usarlo todo el día.