short pants
Definition
Noun 1. Garment covering the lower body from the waist to above or at the knee: A type of trousers that are cut short, typically ending at or above the knee. They are often worn in warm weather or by children.
Usage
"Short pants" is a plural noun used to refer to the garment as a single item. It is commonly used in everyday, informal English. * He wore short pants and a t-shirt to the picnic. * In the summer, the school allows children to wear short pants. * I need to buy a new pair of short pants for my vacation.
Advanced Usage
- The term can sometimes carry a slightly old-fashioned or formal connotation compared to more common synonyms like "shorts."
- In some specific contexts, such as in uniform descriptions (e.g., for school, military, or sports), "short pants" can specify a more tailored or specific style of shorts.
Variants and Related Words
- Shorts (noun): The most common and general modern synonym for "short pants."
- Bermuda shorts (noun): A specific style of short pants that end just above the knee.
- Walking shorts (noun): Another term for tailored shorts, often similar to Bermuda shorts.
Synonyms
- Shorts
- Bermudas (informal for Bermuda shorts)
- Trunks (when referring to swimwear or athletic wear)
Antonyms
- Long pants
- Trousers
- Slacks
Related Phrases
- A pair of short pants: The standard collocation for referring to one item.
- She packed three pairs of short pants for the trip.
Noun
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trousers that end at or above the knee
