swanbill en · NOUN
Etymology
From swan + bill.
Meanings
- (attributive) A style of corset, worn at the start of the 20th century, with a rigid straight busk at the front, forcing the torso forward and causing the hips to jut out at the rear.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| swanbills | Number=Plur | lexicographic |