1. a woman’s gown or skirt, especially one worn in medieval times
Usage: archaic
2. a man’s tunic or coat, especially one worn in medieval times
Usage: archaic

Examples

• The medieval maiden wore a blue kirtle with golden embroidery.
• Her kirtle was made of fine wool and reached to her ankles.
• The knight removed his armor to reveal a simple linen kirtle underneath.
• In the painting, the noblewoman’s kirtle was adorned with precious stones.
• The peasant woman’s kirtle was patched and worn from years of use.
• Historical reenactors carefully researched the proper style of kirtle for their period.