English Word · Intermediate
stays
A corset
Pronunciation: /steɪz/
Meaning
A historical type of corset or bodice stiffened with whalebone or similar material.
Example
Her face was whiter than snow, and her heart was throbbing through her stays.
Her face was whiter than snow, and her heart was throbbing through her stays.
Practice tips
- Practice stays out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.