breeches

/ˈbrɪtʃɪz/
noun
  1. Short pants that fasten just below the knee, worn especially in historical or formal clothing, or for riding horses.
    • The costume shop had a pair of velvet breeches for the play.
    • The rider wore leather breeches and tall boots for the horse show.
    • In the 18th century, men often wore breeches as part of their daily attire.
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