plural blouses
ˈblau̇-səz 
-zəz
1
a
: a long loose overgarment that resembles a shirt or smock and is worn especially by workmen, artists, and peasants
b
: the jacket of a uniform
2
: a usually loose-fitting garment especially for women that covers the body from the neck to the waist
bloused; blousing
: to fall in a fold
coats that blouse above the hip
: to cause to blouse
Examples of blouse in a Sentence
Noun
She wore a blouse and a skirt to work.
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Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Nov. 2024
Later that day, the former Playboy model changed into a white blouse and a textured black midi skirt, also featuring fringe.
—Hannah Malach, WWD, 3 Nov. 2024
Hillary Maglin, Travel + Leisure, 24 June 2023
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Noun
To top off the Christmas tree bow trend, the sustainable fashion line boasts bow ornaments to adorn your tree—or striped blouse ornaments to bring a little chic to your holiday home.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Nov. 2024
Later that day, the former Playboy model changed into a white blouse and a textured black midi skirt, also featuring fringe.
—Hannah Malach, WWD, 3 Nov. 2024
Verb
The high neckline, short sleeves, bloused top, pockets, and waist tie offer a more casual vibe — however, the variety of floral, striped, and polkadot prints add a bit of formality.
—Hillary Maglin, Travel + Leisure, 24 June 2023
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“Blouse.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/blouse. Accessed 26 Nov. 2024.
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