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    Enaguas (en. Petticoat)

    /enaɣwas/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Garment that covers the lower part of the body.
    The woman was wearing petticoats under her dress so that it wouldn't be transparent.
    La mujer llevaba enaguas debajo de su vestido para que no se transparente.
    Additional layer of fabric that helps give volume to the skirt.
    The petticoats gave an elegant look to the skirt.
    Las enaguas le daban un aspecto elegante a la falda.
    It also refers to a type of long and wide dress.
    The petticoat dress was perfect for the party.
    El vestido de enaguas era perfecto para la fiesta.

    Etymology

    From Old Spanish enaguas, diminutive of 'anga' or 'anga', which meant clothing.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to wear petticoats
    To wear a garment that is found under a skirt or dress.
    llevar enaguas
    skirts of clouds
    Poetic expression to describe a covered or melancholic atmosphere.
    enaguas de nubes

    Related Words

    skirt
    Garment that covers the lower part of the body.
    falda
    underwear
    Garments worn underneath outer clothing.
    ropa interior
    dress
    Garment that covers the body from the waist down, usually feminine.
    vestido

    Slang Meanings

    Wide and airy skirt used for special occasions.
    Those petticoats she is wearing are perfect for the wedding.
    Esa enaguas que lleva es perfecta para la boda.
    Reference to a garment that is not seen but is essential in an outfit.
    That blouse looks better with petticoats that give it more shape.
    Esa blusa queda mejor con enaguas que le den más forma.