Meaning & Definition of Trouser in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: An outer garment covering the body from the waist to the ankles, with a separate part for each leg.

  Example Sentence: He wore a pair of black trousers to the meeting.

• Definition: In British English, trousers generally refer to what is called pants in American English.

  Example Sentence: She bought a new pair of trousers for her trip.

Etymology

Origin: Middle English: from Old French 'trousser', probably from 'trous' meaning 'holes' in a garment.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• trouser pocket: A pocket sewn into the trouser for holding small items.
• trousers down: Refers to someone being caught in a compromising situation.
• put a sock in it: An informal expression meaning to be quiet, often used when someone is talking too much about trousers (slang).

Translations

• Spanish: pantalones

• French: pantalon

• German: Hose

• Russian: брюки

Related Words

• belt: A strip of leather or cloth worn around the waist to support trousers.

• shorts: Trousers that end above the knees.

Slang Meanings of trouser

• Meaning: Trouser snake

  Example Sentence: He jokingly referred to himself as a 'trouser snake' when discussing his love life.

• Meaning: Gaiters

  Example Sentence: In some contexts, gaiters may be referred to as trousers when they are worn over the lower legs.