Pettiloon

noun

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

    "Whereabouts dwelt the Amazons, the true assertors of the Rights of Woman, who spurned even the gentle bondage of the pettiloon?"

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"Whereabouts dwelt the Amazons, the true assertors of the Rights of Woman, who spurned even the gentle bondage of the pettiloon?"

Etymology

Blend of petticoat + pantaloon.

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