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plural noun britch·es \ ˈbri-chəz \

Definition of britches

: breeches, trousers

Origin and Etymology of britches

alteration of breeches

britches Synonyms

Synonyms

breeches, pantaloons, pants, slacks, trousers;

Related Words

baggies, bell-bottoms, blue jeans, cargo pants, cords, corduroys, denims, jeans;

hose, legging (or leggin), sweatpants;

pants suit, pantsuit;

bloomers, knee breeches, knickerbockers;

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BRITCHES Defined for Kids

britches

noun plural britch·es \ ˈbri-chəz \

Definition of britches for Students

1 : breeches 1
2 : pants

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