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

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Noun
Not quite a mini, not quite a maxi, the midi dress sits somewhere perfectly in between. Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 2 July 2026 Add an edge to a maxi with a simple silhouette by draping on an oversized motorcycle jacket. Amber Rambharose, InStyle, 29 June 2026 The airy tee-and-maxi-skirt combo is wildly flattering and somehow looks far pricier than its under-$35 Prime Day price tag. Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 26 June 2026 Browse maxi, T-shirt, wrap, and more options below—starting at $12. Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 23 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for maxi

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

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“Maxi.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/maxi. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.

Kids Definition

maxi

noun
: a long skirt, dress, or coat
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