capri pants

plural noun

ca·​pri pants kə-ˈprē- How to pronounce capri pants (audio)
variants often Capri pants
: close-fitting women's pants that end above the ankle

called also capris

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The season brings a variety of feminine silhouettes to the forefront, including Zimmermann’s off-the-shoulder peplum top, capri pants and skirts with asymmetrical hems. Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 24 June 2026 That includes a pair of loose capri pants inspired by Jennifer Lopez as well as some quick-drying shorts from Lands’ End that are currently 40 percent off. Rylee Johnston, PEOPLE, 24 June 2026 The wide-leg silhouette on these pull-on capri pants is giving It Girl energy in a serious way. Annie Blackman, InStyle, 23 June 2026 These lightweight capri pants are comfortable and breathable enough to wear during long summer days. Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for capri pants

Word History

Etymology

Capri, Italy

First Known Use

1952, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of capri pants was in 1952

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“Capri pants.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/capri%20pants. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.

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