slacks

[slaks]

noun

(used with a plural verb)

1. men's or women's trousers for informal wear.

slacks

/ slæks /

plural noun

1. informal trousers worn by both sexes

Word History and Origins

Origin of slacks¹

First recorded in 1815–25; slack ¹ + -s ³

Example Sentences

“The handmade shoe is alive and well in this shop,” he said, dressed in pressed black slacks and tinted sunglasses, chunky gold rings gleaming on his fingers.

From Los Angeles Times

On Monday, Paul traded the sharp lines of his 2011 debut suit and red silk tie for something looser — flowing black slacks, red Nike Air Jordan 1s and a flash of gold on his wrist.

From Los Angeles Times

Goodnight was wearing a tactical vest, olive slacks and a beige shirt, complete with a badge and what appeared to be a body camera and radio equipment.

From Los Angeles Times

They were medium-handsome, in their 70s, and dressed dapperly in khaki slacks and navy sport coats bearing name tags that identified them as Bill and Frank.

From Salon

Carroll happily moves from cluster to cluster, chatting with the students, relaxed and casual in his slacks and untucked linen shirt.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• knickers 
• shorts 
• trousers 
• underpants