Camises

/kæˈmiː.zɪz/ noun

Definition

Plural of camise; multiple women's undergarments or light linen shirts, especially in historical contexts.

Etymology

Plural of camise, from Old French 'chemise,' ultimately from Latin 'camisia' meaning shirt.

Kelly Says

Wealthy families in the Middle Ages owned multiple camises because they were the first thing that touched skin—having clean, fresh undergarments was a sign of refinement and cleanliness!

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