spatterdash

[ spat-er-dash ]

noun

1. a long gaiter to protect the trousers or stockings, as from mud while riding.

spatterdash

/ ˈspætəˌdæʃ /

noun

1. another name for roughcast
2. plural long leather leggings worn in the 18th century, as to protect from mud when riding

Other Words From

• spatter·dashed adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of spatterdash¹

First recorded in 1680–90; spatter + dash ¹

Word History and Origins

Origin of spatterdash¹

C17: see spatter , dash ¹

Example Sentences

Spatterdash was no other than mine host who had just vacated!

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