dirndl

/ˈdɪrndəl/

Definitions

1. noun

a traditional German woman’s dress consisting of a bodice, apron, and full skirt, typically worn on special occasions

“She wore a colorful dirndl to the Oktoberfest celebration.”

2. noun

a traditional dress worn by women in other European countries, such as Austria and Switzerland

“The Swiss woman wore a dirndl to the harvest festival.”

Synonyms

  • folk dress
  • traditional dress

Antonyms

  • casual wear
  • modern dress