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• present tense form of chap (3rd person singular).

chaps

American  

[chaps, shaps] / tʃæps, ʃæps /

noun

(used with a plural verb)

1. a pair of joined leather leggings, often widely flared, worn over trousers, especially by cowboys, as protection against burs, rope burns, etc., while on horseback.

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chaps British  

/ tʃæps, ʃæps /

plural noun

1. Also called: chaparejos.   chaparajos.  leather overalls without a seat, worn by cowboys

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Etymology

Origin of chaps

1810–20, short for chaparajos

Example Sentences

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The three-hour extravaganza of chaps and cowboy boots has been lauded for its high-energy and artistry, and has delighted fans with appearances by Beyoncé and Jay-Z's daughters, Blue, 13, and Rumi, aged eight.

From BBC ● Jun. 29, 2025

If untended, it has below the green top what some people call “petticoats” of dead leaves, but I think they look like those furry chaps that silent movie cowboys used to wear.

From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 20, 2025

I got the chaps on and the riding boots.

From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 1, 2024

From leather chaps to a vintage Dior coat, the items that these sellers shared are reminders of why they do what they do — and what makes a piece last a lifetime.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 12, 2024

"Very. He was really hurt. I told him I wanted to pop out and see you chaps for a minute."

From "The Sun Also Rises" by Ernest Hemingway

Related Words

• knickers
• shorts
• slacks
• trousers
• underpants