trouser

American  

[trou-zer] / ˈtraʊ zər /

adjective

1. of or relating to trousers or a trouser.

   trouser cuffs; a trouser seam.

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noun

1. a leg of a pair of trousers.

trouser British  

/ ˈtraʊzə /

noun

1. (modifier) of or relating to trousers

   trouser buttons

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verb

1. slang (tr) to take (something, esp money), sometimes surreptitiously, undeservedly or unlawfully

Etymology

Origin of trouser

First recorded in 1600–10; back formation from trousers

Example Sentences

William Skannerup glanced left and right at his fellow commuters on the London Underground train network, before they nodded in agreement and pulled down their trousers to reveal colourful underwear.

From Barron's

The trousers are also fitted with electrodes and we can stimulate muscle activity at the right time.

From BBC

The so-called “ABC pants,” stretchy work trousers for men, were a hit.

From The Wall Street Journal

The second was described as being of slim build and was wearing a grey, hooded jacket, black trousers and black trainers.

From BBC

Sharaa sat down in the chilly halls of the unheated palace wearing a smart jacket, pressed trousers and shiny black shoes.

From BBC