cheongsam

/ˈtʃɔːŋsæm/
noun
  1. A traditional Chinese dress with a high collar and a slit on one or both sides of the skirt, typically worn by women.
    • The bride chose a gold cheongsam for her wedding reception.
    • She wore a red cheongsam to the Lunar New Year celebration.
    • Many women wear a cheongsam during formal events like banquets.
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