leggings
Britishplural noun
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an extra outer covering for the lower legs
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close-fitting trousers worn by women and children
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Chanelle was last seen wearing black leggings and a black Airmax puffer coat.
From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026
The leggings were discontinued a year later, The Wall Street Journal reported in 2023.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026
Pupils now wear leggings or jogging bottoms, a t-shirt and a hoodie, with black trainers.
From BBC • Feb. 21, 2026
She arrived to the Marriott hotel sporting a bright red sports bra and leggings, paired with a large fur coat to shield her from the beach chill.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 20, 2026
That would have been unbearable in the summer heat, especially with the spandex leggings I wore to cover my legs.
From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad
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