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Secondary term

corset

URI

https://nomenclature.info/nom/2643 (opens semantic view)

Definition

A close-fitting and supporting undergarment, often in two pieces made from strong fabric, such as coutil, Lastex, or linen stiffened with whalebone, metal, or similar material; extends from above or beneath the bust to or below the hips; generally tightens and fastens up the front by means of hooks, buttons, or laces. Some types have attached or detachable straps or garters, and some are trimmed with ribbons or lace. It was primarily worn over a chemise. Worn mainly by women, used to shape the figure by confining, and therefore slimming the waist. It is also used to uplift the bust, to round the hips, to flatten the buttocks and to maintain an upright posture.

Definition source(s)

• Parks Canada / Parcs Canada, and Canadian Heritage Information Network / Réseau canadien d’information sur le patrimoine. 2009–2018. “Parks Canada Descriptive and Visual Dictionary of Objects / Dictionnaire descriptif et visuel de Parcs Canada.” 2009–2018.

English

Term (International)

corset

Alternative term(s)

corselet; corselette; posture support; stays; waist cincher

French

Term (International)

corset

Term gender (International)

masculine

Alternative term(s)

corps à baleine; guêpière

Spanish

Term

corsés

External term source

Art & Architecture Thesaurus Online

Date created

2010-01-01

Date updated

2022-07-11

Parks Canada code(s)

• 03-00228

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URL

https://page.nomenclature.info/nom/2643 (reopens this page)

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