Bermuda shorts

plural noun

: knee-length walking shorts

Examples of Bermuda shorts in a Sentence

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Whoever said your Bermuda shorts had to be in a neutral tone, though? Izzy Baskette, People.com, 4 June 2025 The brand was attracting attention with provocative and androgynous designs, such as frilly Bermuda shorts and bandeau tops for men. Miles Socha, Footwear News, 2 June 2025 Other options that will keep you cool yet still looking polished this summer are a pair of pleated shorts from Quince or a linen-blend pair of Bermuda shorts from Mango. Wide-leg Jeans Jeans might seem like a surprising addition to a summer packing list, but a loose, wide-leg pair makes sense. Kelsey Glennon, Travel + Leisure, 31 May 2025 The beauty of Bermuda shorts this time of year is their chameleon-like quality. Becky Malinksy, Vogue, 16 Oct. 2024 See All Example Sentences for Bermuda shorts

Word History

First Known Use

1938, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Bermuda shorts was in 1938

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“Bermuda shorts.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Bermuda%20shorts. Accessed 12 Jun. 2025.

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