topper
1
7.7
A short stylish coat that women wear over dresses
- noun
- /ˈtɑːpər/
- Archaic
:
bolero
- The designer featured a vibrant topper that caught everyone's eye at the fashion show.
Examples
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- That's my $30 topper!
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A stylish topper can elevate any outfit during the chilly months.
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She wore a beautiful topper to complete her elegant evening look.
Synonyms
jacket
vstopper
∞
1.0
A short coat that reaches the waist or hips and fastens at the front
is more about fashion and appearance rather than practical front fastening
coat
vstopper
957
1.0
A warm piece of clothing with sleeves worn outside
is more fashion-oriented and decorative rather than primarily for warmth
outer garment
vstopper
1
3.3
A piece of clothing like a coat worn over other clothes for warmth or protection
is a specific fashionable piece usually for women rather than any general outer piece
9.9
A woman's coat worn outside for warmth or style
is less formal and more casual in style
box coat
vstopper
4.6
A short loose-fitting coat that hangs straight from the shoulders
is more tailored and shaped rather than loose and straight
Compounds
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Topper comes from the simple parts top and -er, meaning 'on top' or 'one who tops'. So a woman's short coat called a topper is easy to remember because it is an outer piece that sits on top of your outfit.