trouser suit

noun

, British.

1. pantsuit.

trouser suit

noun

1. a woman's suit of a jacket or top and trousers Also called (esp US and Canadian)pant suit

Word History and Origins

Origin of trouser suit¹

First recorded in 1935–40

Example Sentences

They confine themselves to a rough trouser suit, generally of dark blue, and a black felt hat.

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