chemisette

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A chemisette of the finest cambric appeared within the bodice, and covered the bosom.

From The Hour and the Man, An Historical Romance by Martineau, Harriet

In proof thereof she showed me a silver peso that the Virgin left tied up in one corner of her chemisette.

From The Mystery of The Barranca by Whitaker, Herman

The muslin chemisette is composed of two rows, raised at the neck, of a front piece in small plaits, and two lapels, embroidered and festooned, which turn back on the waistcoat and vest.

From Harper's New Monthly Magazine, No. 22, March, 1852, Volume 4. by

It is open at the upper part, showing a chemisette of lace.

From The International Monthly, Volume 4, No. 4, November 1, 1851 by Various

She wore a robe of emerald Genoa velvet, with an open bodice, laced over a chemisette of fine-wrought Mechlin lace.

From Eventide A Series of Tales and Poems by Afton, Effie