knickers

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun trousers ending above the knee
  2. noun underpants worn by women

Etymology

Clipping of knickerbockers.

In classic literature

Synonyms

breeches, knee breeches, knee pants, knickerbockers

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