What is another word for pantalettes?

Pronunciation: [pˌantɐlˈɛts] (IPA)

Pantalettes are a piece of undergarment worn by women in the 19th century. It consists of two separate leg coverings that extended from the waist to the ankle. The term pantalettes is a combination of the words "pant" and "alette" that means little pants. There are several synonyms for pantalettes such as bloomers, drawers, pantaloons, and underdrawers. Bloomers are loose-fitting underwear worn by women that gathered at the hem. Drawers are also women's undergarments that include a waistband and leg openings. Pantaloons are a type of baggy trousers that are often worn together with pantalettes. Lastly, underdrawers are a type of underwear that is worn under a woman's clothing.

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What are the hypernyms for Pantalettes?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Pantalettes

I felt as if I ought to put on pantalettes and wear my hair down my back.
"In the Courts of Memory 1858-1875."
L. de Hegermann-Lindencrone
If men are told to go down to the sea in ships, what should prevent a female woman from going down in a four-cornered straw hat, a flannel tunic, and-well, pantalettes on?
"Phemie Frost's Experiences"
Ann S. Stephens
Had I sat up all night sewing red braid on that tunic, and those-well, Turkish pantalettes, for nothing?
"Phemie Frost's Experiences"
Ann S. Stephens

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