Bermuda shorts

American  

noun

(used with a plural verb)

1. shorts extending almost to the knee, worn for informal warm-weather dress.

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Bermuda shorts British  

plural noun

1. Also called: Bermudas.  close-fitting shorts that come down to the knees

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Etymology

Origin of Bermuda shorts

First recorded in 1950–55

Example Sentences

It added that "ideas of Great Britain" were represented in "wraparound skirts, miniskirts with godets, Bermuda shorts, shirts, coat-dresses all featured in tweed, knitwear in Shetland and cashmere".

From BBC

Models strode down the concrete runway of a hollowed-out building in central Paris, parading long trench coats and suit jackets thrown over transparent skirts, Bermuda shorts and trousers with short hems.

From Reuters

It also has proposed allowing students to wear Bermuda shorts, adding more fruits and liquids to the school menu and modifying schedules, among other things.

From Seattle Times

"My dad thought I was nuts and refused to come. I was wearing my brother's Bermuda shorts, a swimsuit underneath, and a big sweatshirt with a hood that I pulled around my head," says Gibb.

From BBC

With one notable dissenter, runways offered thigh-revealing Bermuda shorts as an alternative to trousers even for city dressing.

From Seattle Times