seat–of–the–pants
adjective
Definition of seat–of–the–pants
: employing or based on personal experience, judgment, and effort rather than technological aids or formal theory seat–of–the–pants navigation a seat–of–the–pants decision
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1942
First Known Use of seat–of–the–pants
1942
SEAT–OF–THE–PANTS Defined for English Language Learners
seat-of-the-pants
adjective
Definition of seat–of–the–pants for English Language Learners
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: done or made by using your own judgment and feelings without planning, preparation, or help from others
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