knee-length
|knee-length|
B1
/ˈniː lɛŋθ/
reaching the knee
Etymology
Etymology Information
'knee-length' originates from the combination of 'knee' and 'length', where 'knee' refers to the joint between the thigh and the lower leg, and 'length' refers to the measurement of something from end to end.
Historical Evolution
'knee-length' has been used in English to describe garments that extend to the knee, maintaining its meaning over time.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'reaching the knee', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
reaching down to the knee.
She wore a knee-length skirt to the party.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41