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jeggings

American  
[jeg-ingz] / ˈdʒɛg ɪŋz /

noun

(used with a plural verb)
  1. denim leggings that resemble tight jeans.


Etymology

Origin of jeggings

j(eans) + (l)eggings

Example Sentences

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The Jean Wars are not zero-sum; American Eagle will continue to stock mid-rise jeans and skintight jeggings, according to Foyle.

From Washington Post • May 9, 2021

“I know what you mean! I bought some jeggings this weekend,” one woman wrote.

From The Guardian • Apr. 17, 2018

At Current/Elliott, the duo began making tomboy-inspired silhouettes to disrupt the denim market, which, at the time, was focused on jeggings, or denim-like leggings.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 3, 2017

She was wearing black size 7 boots, jeggings with a zebra print and a red t-shirt with “I’m Still Killin’ It” in white.

From Washington Times • Aug. 18, 2017

Taryn has on pink jeggings, a fuzzy cardigan, and a pair of ankle boots.

From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black