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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

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Example Sentences

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chaps

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

I saw all these men in jeans, most in boots, cowboy hats and some in leather chaps.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 20, 2025

Attendees wore bedazzled cowboy boots and hats; chaps; fringe and leather; red, white and blue; outfits inspired by Beyoncé’s past tours and video looks; and, of course, denim on denim on denim.

From Los Angeles Times ● May 2, 2025

But while on a ride in Idyllwild, I found these assless chaps, and I don’t think I’ll ever sell these ones, because I think this is the one piece that actually comes full circle.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 12, 2024

Gone were the overalls, the big plaid work shirts, the muddied boots, the chaps, the cap.

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand

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