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An accidental instance of indecent exposure caused by a fault in someones clothing (especially that of a performer) or by an error made while changing this costume.
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wardrobe malfunction — noun (facetious) The temporary failure of an item of clothing to do its job in covering a part of the body that it would be advisable to keep covered • • • Main Entry: ↑wardrobe … Useful english dictionary
Wardrobe malfunction — A wardrobe malfunction is a euphemism for accidental exposure of intimate parts. It is different from flashing, as the latter implies a deliberate exposure. There has been a long history of such incidents, though the term itself was coined in the … Wikipedia
wardrobe malfunction — n. A problem with a part of one s clothing; an error in fashion judgment. Example Citations: So, in keeping with another New York truism, some people actually complained, somehow finding fault with the pleasant turn in the weather. Cabbies… … New words
wardrobe malfunction — /ˈwɔdroʊb mælfʌŋkʃən/ (say wawdrohb malfungkshuhn) noun 1. an instance of accidental disarray in one s clothing, as from the failure of a zipper, the tearing of an adhesive, etc. –phrase 2. be having a wardrobe malfunction, Colloquial (humorous)… …
wardrobe — late 14c., room where wearing apparel is kept, earlier a private chamber (c.1300), from O.N.Fr. warderobe, variant of O.Fr. garderobe place where garments are kept, from warder to keep, guard (see WARD (Cf. ward) (v.)) + robe garment (see ROBE… … Etymology dictionary
Malfunction — A malfunction is when something functions wrongly or does not function at all. Some types of malfunctions are: Malfunction (parachuting), malfunction of a parachute Sexual malfunction, also called sexual dysfunction See also dyspareunia Wardrobe… … Wikipedia
Wardrobe (disambiguation) — A Wardrobe is a cabinet used for storing clothes.Wardrobe may also refer to: * Wardrobe (government), part of royal administration in medieval England * Wardrobe malfunction, a euphemism used to describe the accidental exposure of intimate parts… … Wikipedia
third wardrobe — n. A set of clothes with a style that lies between formal business attire and casual wear. Example Citation: But perhaps market forces will be the biggest aid to employers who want to introduce stricter appearance guidelines. It is all very well… … New words
Super Bowl XXXVIII halftime show controversy — Justin Timberlake after tearing off part of Janet Jackson s clothes during their performance in the Super Bowl XXXVIII halftime show. Super Bowl XXXVIII, which was broadcast live on February 1, 2004 from Houston, Texas on the CBS televisi … Wikipedia
Justin Timberlake — Timberlake at the Shrek the Third London premiere in June 2007 … Wikipedia
