trouser

American  

[trou-zer] / ˈtraʊ zər /

adjective

1. of or relating to trousers or a trouser.

   trouser cuffs; a trouser seam.

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noun

1. a leg of a pair of trousers.

trouser British  

/ ˈtraʊzə /

noun

1. (modifier) of or relating to trousers

   trouser buttons

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verb

1. slang (tr) to take (something, esp money), sometimes surreptitiously, undeservedly or unlawfully

Etymology

Origin of trouser

First recorded in 1600–10; back formation from trousers

Example Sentences

The house must also have two separate workshops: a "tailleur" workshop for structured, architectural garments such as jackets, coats and trousers, and a "flou" workshop for soft, fluid pieces such as dresses or blouses.

From Barron's

Her white umbrella, matching wide-brimmed hat and long gauzy veil was complemented by a sleeveless turquoise dress over pleated white trousers.

From Barron's

Next an army of human workers in red trousers and white t-shirts will transform these steel shells into finished cars.

From BBC

The very large oversize jackets and trousers trend appears to have peaked.

From Barron's

It was complemented by a sleeveless turquoise dress over pleated white trousers.

From Barron's