trunkhose

English

plural noun
Definitions
  • (now) Short, full and bag-like breeches covering the hips and thighs, sometimes stuffed with wool or other material, worn by men in the 16th and 17th centuries.

Etymology

Compound from English trunk (suitcase) + English hose.

Origin

English

hose

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