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trousers

An outer garment covering the body from the waist to the ankles, with a separate section for each leg.
[C/U] Both
pl: trousers

This term is primarily used in British English, whereas American English speakers almost exclusively use the word pants. It carries a slightly more formal or traditional tone than casual terms like leggings or joggers.

Because the garment consists of two identical legs, the word is grammatically plural. It is rarely used in the singular form unless referring to a specific style or a technical design detail in the fashion industry.

Countable when referring to individual pairs (two pairs of trousers). Uncountable when referring to the general category of clothing.

Meanings

Noun

An outer garment covering the body from the waist to the ankles, with a separate section for each leg.

He wore a pair of grey trousers to the interview.

Examples

These trousers are blue.

I like these trousers.

Where are my trousers?

He put on his trousers.

She bought new black trousers.

The trousers were too long.

Please wear smart trousers for the meeting.

Office

The detective noticed a stain on his trousers.

Detective

I need a pair of trousers for the trip.

Travel

The gentleman adjusted his trousers before the presentation.

Business

Victorian men typically wore formal trousers with waistcoats.

History

I apologize for the tear in your trousers.

Apology

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