harem pants

noun

: women's loose trousers that fit closely at the ankle

Examples of harem pants in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web In the early days of our relationship, my now husband and I gave up our jobs, packed our harem pants into oversized backpacks, and set off on a six-month sojourn around Southeast Asia. Emma Pearson, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Feb. 2024 The pants are harem pants that give children plenty of room to stretch and be comfortable. Nor'adila Hepburn, Southern Living, 17 Nov. 2023 Think cut-out harem pants, one-shoulder bralettes, and silk boxers. Hannah Morrill, Marie Claire, 8 Mar. 2021 For her performance in L.A., the star wore white harem pants, a sparkly bra top and sneakers. Catherine Santino, Peoplemag, 24 Jan. 2023 Beauty was explored through face, body, and the choice of outerwear, which in the 19th century included baggy harem pants and tunics for both men and women. ELLE, 5 Jan. 2023 There’s also harem pants hand-woven in Africa, Budan maxi dresses, and denim workwear shirts. Christian Allaire, Vogue, 5 Apr. 2022 Sandoval walks the runway in a sheer black shirt with X’s over his nipples, a pair of bright orange harem pants, high-heeled shoes, and an umbrella that is somehow fashioned into a hat. Brian Moylan, Vulture, 5 Oct. 2021 So think maxidresses and harem pants and breathable cotton fabrics. Amber Katz, Glamour, 11 May 2021

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Word History

Etymology

from their resemblance to traditional women's attire in some Muslim countries

First Known Use

1888, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of harem pants was in 1888

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“Harem pants.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/harem%20pants. Accessed 25 Apr. 2024.

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