dress shield

noun

1. a fabric or plastic pad for attaching to the inside of the underarm of a woman's garment to protect the garment from being soiled by perspiration.

dress shield

noun

1. a fabric pad worn under the armpits or attached to the armhole of a garment to prevent sweat from showing on or staining the clothing

Word History and Origins

Origin of dress shield¹

First recorded in 1880–85

Example Sentences

The test is how long the glances last, whether they become stares, with what intent they occur, whether they contain any degree of hostility or mockery, and to what extent connections, money, or mode of dress shield me in these situations.

From The New Yorker

Clad only in garter belt and one dress shield, I held off the entire elite of the Trobriand Islanders, a race who possess no words for "why" or "because."

From Time Magazine Archive

"My name is Mr. Goldstein," the visitor replied, "and I represent the Lilywhite Dress Shield Company."

From Project Gutenberg