What does PANTS mean?

Parts of Speech

Pants is a noun.

Definitions

Pants refer to a piece of clothing that covers both legs and the lower part of the body. They are usually made of a flexible material and often have pockets.

Pronunciations

• US: /pænts/
• UK: /pɑːnts/

Origin and Usage

The word "pants" originated from the Middle English word "pantalone", which referred to a type of Italian comedy character who wore tight-fitting trousers. The word "pants" is commonly used in both American and British English to refer to the garment that covers both legs and the lower part of the body.

Synonyms

trousers, slacks, jeans, khakis, chinos

Related Words

skirt, dress, shirt, blouse, socks

Example Sentences

• She wore a pair of black pants to the party.
• He accidentally ripped his pants while playing basketball.
• The store has a wide selection of pants in different sizes and colors.