Associations to the word «Guimpe»
Noun
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Wiktionary
GUIMPE, noun. Gimp; a narrow flat braid or reinforced cord of fabric used for ornamental trimming.
GUIMPE, noun. A kind of short, high-necked blouse with sleeves of the late Victorian era, designed to be worn under a low-cut dress, jumper, or pinafore dress.
GUIMPE, noun. A kind of short chemisette or yoke insert made of lace, embroidery, or the like, worn with a low-necked dress.
GUIMPE, noun. A wimple; a wide, stiffly starched cloth that covers the neck and shoulders, as part of the habit of nuns of certain orders.
Dictionary definition
GUIMPE, noun. A piece of starched cloth covering the shoulders of a nun's habit.
GUIMPE, noun. A short blouse with sleeves that is worn under a jumper or pinafore dress.
Wise words
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