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View synonyms for britches
britches
[ brich-iz ]
britches
/ ˈbrɪtʃɪz /
plural noun
- a variant spelling of breeches
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Word History and Origins
Origin of britches1
First recorded in 1880–85
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Example Sentences
Or, in more old-fashioned terms, she wanted to wear the britches, while they wanted her to stay in skirts.
From Salon
They were flanked by two big footmen in powdered wigs and braided coats, satin knee britches and white stockings.
From Literature
In that day, “loose britches” were the norm, offering little in the way of support.
From Seattle Times
She said she’d called to make sure that I “didn’t get too big for your britches.”
From Literature
Revelers preferring a more classic look book an appointment with leather tailor Klaus Bensmann for customized, handmade britches fashioned from deer or cow leather.
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