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    Corpiño (en. Bodice)

    /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.