Skirt Definition & Meaning

skirt
noun
  1. cloth covering that forms the part of a garment below the waist
  2. a garment hanging from the waist; worn mainly by girls and women
  3. (Fungi) a remnant of the partial veil that in mature mushrooms surrounds the stem like a collar
  4. informal terms for a (young) woman
verb
  1. avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues); "He dodged the issue"; "she skirted the problem"; "They tend to evade their responsibilities"; "he evaded the questions skillfully"
  2. pass around or about; move along the border; "The boat skirted the coast"
  3. form the edge of
  4. extend on all sides of simultaneously; encircle; "The forest surrounds my property"

"Skirt" in song lyrics

See how skirt is used in real songs:

  • "Now shake it for your boy let me see dat work you making my head hurt lifting up tha skirt"
    5th Ward Weebie f/ Kane & Abel, Mystikal — Show Dat Work
  • "Come on Hot Girl, come out that skirt"
    5th Ward Weebie f/ Kangol Slim — Take it to the Hole
  • "Sex first is worth my girl, peep that yellow skirt"
    (Abstract Rude f/) Moka Only — Pillow Fulla Scrilla

Words that rhyme with skirt

Usage tips for "skirt"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "skirt" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for skirt to find words that pair well.

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