Etymology

cover-slut

Today it means: An apron or pinafore, worn to hide slovenliness (such as dirt, stains, or tears) in the clothing beneath. Full definition →

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The story

From cover + slut (“slovenly, untidy person”).

Etymology from Wiktionary, CC BY-SA 4.0.