bloomers
Britishplural noun
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informal women's or girls' baggy knickers
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(formerly) loose trousers gathered at the knee worn by women for cycling and athletics
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Also called: rational dress. history long loose trousers gathered at the ankle and worn under a shorter skirt
Etymology
Origin of bloomers
from bloomer , a garment introduced in about 1850 and publicized by Mrs A. Bloomer (1818–94), US social reformer
Example Sentences
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Whether they are new and recent signings, late bloomers or exciting young academy talents, we are talking about the less familiar faces of all ages who are hoping for a breakout campaign.
From BBC
This year, hot spells in May encouraged some early bloomers, said Lisa Smith, a consulting arborist and president of the tree-consulting firm the Tree Resource.
From Los Angeles Times
And one of last year’s bloomers, named Stankosaurus Rex for its massive 8-foot height, is now fruiting, so it looks like a tall upright club covered with plump crimson orbs.
From Los Angeles Times
He also advocates planting native milkweeds like narrow leaf and woollypod, summer bloomers that will attract lots of pollinators, especially the endangered Western monarch butterflies.
From Los Angeles Times
This summer, I think everyone will probably be wearing bloomers and hot shorts.
From Los Angeles Times
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