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petticoat
<zoology> [Petty + coat.

A loose under-garment worn by women, and covering the body below the waist. Petticoat government, government by women, whether in politics or domestic affairs. Petticoat pipe, a short, flaring pipe surrounding the blast nozzle in the smoke box, to equalize the draft.

Source: Websters Dictionary