Definition of Bodice

the part of a woman’s dress that is above the waist, but doesn’t include the sleeves

Examples of Bodice in a sentence

The dress’s bodice needs to be taken in since its wearer has lost weight in her top half over the last few months.  🔊

The designer will add jewels to the bodice of the dress so that the bride will have a few rolls of jewels across her chest.  🔊

Even though the bottom part of the dress is satin, the bodice and sleeves are made entirely from lace.  🔊

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