Skivvy
(noun)
A female domestic servant, typically one who is responsible for cleaning, laundry, and other domestic duties. It can also refer to a simple, plain, or plain-woven undergarment, especially one made of cotton or linen, worn by women.
Origin:
The word skivvy originated in the early 19th century, and it's origins are uncertain. it refers to a female domestic servant, typically one who is responsible for cleaning, laundry, and other domestic duties. it can also refer to a simple, plain, or plain-woven undergarment, especially one made of cotton or linen, worn by women.
Examples:
- She worked as a skivvy in the household.
- The skivvy was responsible for all the domestic duties.
- The skivvy was a simple, plain, or plain-woven undergarment.
- The skivvy was worn by women as undergarment.
- She was a skivvy, a female domestic servant.