shortall

[ shawrt-awl ]

noun

1. Usually shortalls. a pair of shorts with a bib or biblike piece to which shoulder straps are attached:

   They had cute summer items for sale, including a nice pair of shortalls.

2. a one-piece garment with short sleeves and legs, worn by children and babies:

   When we were kids changing from school clothes into play clothes, the shortall gave us a quick, one-step dressing process.

Word History and Origins

Origin of shortall¹

First recorded in 1965–70; short ( def ) + all ( def )

Example Sentences

Mr. Shortall's long term of office proves him an effective and popular officer.

From Project Gutenberg