noun
pantaloons
pan-tuh-LOONZ/ˌpæntəˈluːnz/
Loose trousers, especially in old-fashioned styles.
The loose pantaloons hang from a wooden hanger, displaying their old-fashioned cut.
Etymology
Pantalone, the foolish old man of Italian comedy, wore tight trousers over skinny legs. His name became a garment name and persisted as trouser styles changed.
In context
pantaloons are cut large over the boot yours need not cover the whole foot if they are tight
More examples
- Her pantaloons billow as she dances across the stage.
- These striped pantaloons have a roomy fit and gathered ankles.
- He pairs his old-fashioned pantaloons with a short jacket.
Forms
pantaloons
Similar words
- trousers
- A general term for pants, without an old-fashioned association.
- bloomers
- Loose garments gathered at the knee or ankle, often underclothing.