crop top

noun

plural crop tops
: a short upper-body garment that does not cover the midriff

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Pair them with a simple crop top and sandals for an easy, polished look that still feels playful. — Becca Blond, Travel + Leisure, 26 June 2026 In the photos Lopez wowed in the long-sleeve low-cut crop top, paired with black leggings that put her toned mid-section on full display. — Lori A Bashian, FOXNews.com, 26 May 2026 Serena flexed her own sartorial muscles on the grass court, wearing a semi-sheer crochet crop top, matching skirt, and sneakers, all from Nike. — Christina Perrier, InStyle, 30 June 2026 Arid Blayne Lasso pants are $125, the long-sleeve Henley is $115, the T-shirt is $108, the short and the crop top are $88, and the tank is $98. — Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 25 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for crop top

Word History

First Known Use

1956, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of crop top was in 1956

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cropsick
crop top
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“Crop top.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/crop%20top. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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