pinny

Sleeveless protective garment

A pinny is an informal, chiefly British term for a pinafore—a sleeveless apron or dress worn over other clothing to protect it: She wiped her hands on her pinny.

The word carries domestic, slightly old-fashioned connotations, evoking grandmothers cooking or children in school smocks.

garment

bib

Mealtime chest covering

  • smockLoose protective outer layer
  • coverallFull-body protective garment
  • tabardSleeveless heraldic overgarment

overall · frock · housecoat · uniform · schoolwear · jumper · sleeveless · cotton · pockets · ties

sports

bib

Mealtime chest covering

  • vestSleeveless upper-body garment
  • jerseyKnitted pullover garment
  • scrimmagePractice match with contact

training · practice · team · colors · mesh · numbered · squad · football · netball · hockey

Opposites
coverage and formality

pinnyball gown

Formal full-length dress

evening gown · formal gown · evening dress · three-piece suit · tuxedo

purpose and context

pinnyevening gown

Woman's floor-length formal dress

cocktail dress · wedding dress · Sunday best · finery · formal wear

garment coverage/completeness

pinnyovercoat

Long warm outer garment

full suit · coveralls · jumpsuit · onesie · hazmat suit

Phrases
Family

pinafore, pinafores, pinnies, pinnie

Familiarity
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Profile
Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G