English Explanatory Dictionary

pettiloon

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. An early form of trouser for women, loose-fitting and often gathered at the ankle; the trouser portion of a bloomer costume.

Pronunciation

LL-Q1860 (eng)-Flame, not lame-pettiloon.wav

Word forms

pettiloon pettiloons

Etymology

Blend of petticoat + pantaloon.

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