Meaning of cover-slut | Babel Free

Definitions

1. An apron or pinafore, worn to hide slovenliness (such as dirt, stains, or tears) in the clothing beneath.
   obsolete
2. Any surface appearance hiding something underneath.
   broadly, figuratively, obsolete

Examples

“Nor let⟳ your women there appear⟳ / With dirty ſmock-ſleeves, foul head-geare, / With Cover-ſlut from Neck to Toe, / As Maids to morning Lectures go.”

“The Irish cloak forms very graceful drapery; the material falls well, and folds well. It is usually large enough to envelop the whole person; and the hood is frequently drawn forward⟳ to shield the face⟳ of the wearer from sun, rain⟳, or wind. Yet we would fain see⟳ its general use⟳ dispensed with. A female in the lower ranks of life cares but little for the other portions of her dress if she has "a good cloak;" and certainly her ordinary appearance would be more thought of, if the huge "cover-slut" were not always at hand to hide⟳ dilapidations in her other garments.”

“Fie, madam, you'll ruin the sex! Husband, say⟳ ye? A mere thing—a cover-slut of custom!”

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