maxi

1 of 2

noun

plural maxis
: a long skirt, dress, or coat

maxi-

2 of 2

combining form

1
: extra long
maxiskirt
2
: extra large
maxi-problems

Examples of maxi in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web
Noun
Entertainment Weekly is keeping a running tally of total charity money raised by each queen, who's winning the most maxi and mini challenges, who has the most Benefactress Badges, and which queen is blocked each week (and which of her sisters did the deed). EW.com, 18 May 2024 My latest addition for my Italian getaway is a two-piece linen set, which includes a matching tiny tank top and bow-front maxi skirt from Wild Fable. Ali Faccenda, Travel + Leisure, 17 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for maxi 

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Word History

Etymology

Noun

maxi-

Combining form

extracted from maximum

First Known Use

Noun

1967, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of maxi was in 1967

Dictionary Entries Near maxi

Cite this Entry

“Maxi.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/maxi. Accessed 29 May. 2024.

Kids Definition

maxi

noun
: a long skirt, dress, or coat
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