Crossword answer · 5 letters
SKORT
skort · noun
SKORT
What does SKORT mean in a crossword?
A garment combining the appearance of a skirt with built-in or concealed shorts.
SKORT is frequently clued as hybrid athletic wear, tennis attire, or a skirt-shorts portmanteau. “Hybrid” and “blend” are strong signals.
Why does SKORT appear in crosswords?
The compact five-letter portmanteau has a precise definition and an unusual consonant pattern that can anchor activewear clues.
Common clue patterns
- Hybrid tennis attire
- A skirt with shorts underneath
- An activewear portmanteau
These are editorially written pattern summaries, not a reproduced puzzle archive.
Other meanings to watch
Some designs look primarily like shorts with a front skirt panel, while others resemble a skirt from every angle.