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  1. 1. n. A petticoat, esp. an under petticoat; hence, a cant term for a woman. Source: opted
  2. 2. n. The opening or slit left in a petticoat or skirt for convenience in putting it on; -- called also placket hole. Source: opted
  3. 3. n. A woman's pocket. Source: opted
  4. 4. n. a piece of cloth sewn under an opening Source: wordnet
  5. 5. 1. A petticoat, esp. an under petticoat; hence, a cant term for a woman. [Obs.] Beau. & Fl. 2. The opening or slit left in a petticoat or skirt for convenience in putting it on; -- called also placket hole. 3. A woman's pocket. Source: webster
  6. 6. n. a piece of cloth sewn under an opening Source: ecdict

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