breeches

Definitions


[ˈbriːtʃɪz], (Noun)

Definitions:
- short trousers fastened just below the knee, now chiefly worn for riding or as part of ceremonial dress
(e.g: a pair of buckskin breeches)

- trousers or pants


Phrases:
- too big for one's breeches

Origin:
Middle English: plural of breech




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