FARTHINGALE


Meaning of FARTHINGALE in English

[ 'fα:δɪŋgeɪl ]

■ noun historical a hooped petticoat or circular pad of fabric formerly worn under women's skirts to extend and shape them.

Origin

C16: from Fr. verdugale , alt. of Sp. verdugado , from verdugo 'rod, stick'.

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