Corset (noun)

1. A close-fitting undergarment worn to shape and support the figure, typically extending from above the chest to the hips, and fastened at the back.
2. A similar garment worn over clothing for fashion or support.

Origin:

From the old french word corset, meaning "a kind of bodice".

Examples:

1. She wore a corset to accentuate her curves.
2. The corset was tightly laced to give her a smaller waist.
3. She had to wear a corset to support her back.
4. The corset was made of silk and lace.
5. She paired her dress with a corset to give it a vintage look.