Meaning of gymslip | Babel Free

Definitions

A sleeveless tunic with a pleated skirt, most commonly seen as part of a girl's school uniform.

Examples

“I've seen this child in her gymslip and school blouse […]”

“She'd swapped the print dress for a plain white blouse and brown gymslip.”

“Boarders wore navy pleated skirts with white blouses; day girls had brown gymslips, cream blouses and beige jumpers. Lisle stockings could be a nuisance, as were hats and gloves.”

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