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A petticoat, esp. an under petticoat; hence, a cant term for a woman.

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  1. n. A petticoat, esp. an under petticoat; hence, a cant term for a woman.
  2. n. The opening or slit left in a petticoat or skirt for convenience in putting it on; -- called also placket hole.
  3. n. A woman's pocket.
  4. n. a piece of cloth sewn under an opening
  5. n. a piece of cloth sewn under an opening