underknee

English

Etymology

under- +‎ knee

Adjective

underknee (not comparable)

  1. Below the knee.
    • 1991, Helen Stanley, Flat Pattern Cutting and Modelling for Fashion, page 162:
      The underknee horizontal seam or dart achieves a closer fit in this area. The dart at hem level creates shape for the calf of the leg and reduces surplus fabric.
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