riding breeches

noun

, (used with a plural verb)

1. calf-length trousers of whipcord or other durable fabric, flaring at the sides of the thighs and fitting snugly at and below the knees, worn with riding boots for horseback riding, hunting, etc.

riding breeches

plural noun

1. tough breeches with padding inside the knees, worn for riding horses

Example Sentences

Suddenly she looked him over from head to foot—his rough riding boots, old riding breeches and blue flannel shirt.

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Mr. Freet wore corduroy riding breeches and leather puttees, a blue flannel shirt and soft tie.

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Forbes had hoped to be invited to ride with Persis, and had put on a pair of civilian riding-breeches and his army puttees.

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Orde in a shooting coat, riding breeches, brown cowhide boots with spurs, and a battered flax helmet.

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Sometimes it was a new arrival in Stetson and riding-breeches and unstained leather leggings.

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