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breeches
This term describes a specific style of legwear that is historically rooted in European fashion, evoking images of equestrian sports or period dramas. It carries a formal or archaic connotation, distinguishing it from modern trousers by its specific length and fit.
Grammatically, this noun is a plurale tantum, meaning it exists only in the plural form and takes a plural verb. It does not have a singular form to describe a single garment; one must use a partitive phrase such as a pair of breeches to refer to a single item.
Meanings
Examples
The rider adjusted her breeches before mounting the horse.
He wore a pair of velvet breeches and a silk waistcoat.
These riding breeches are far too tight around the calves.
I wonder if these breeches will be appropriate for the costume ball.
The gentleman stepped out of the carriage wearing buckled breeches.
Put on your breeches and boots quickly or we will be late for the show.
The museum display featured a set of linen breeches from the eighteenth century.
Why are you wearing those old fashioned breeches in the middle of summer?