Goes around in lower items of apparel (6)

I believe the answer is:

skirts

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'goes around' is the definition.
(I've seen this in another clue)

I don't understand the remainder of the clue.

(Other definitions for skirts that I've seen before include "Minis, for example" , "Passes around" , "Circles women's garments?" , "Garments - mini, midi or maxi" , "Avoids the lower garment?" .)

I've seen this clue in the Sydney Morning Herald.

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