Suspenders

//səˈspɛndɚz// noun

noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A pair of straps crossing one's shoulders and extending down to one's trousers, where a clip or button arrangement allows them to affix to the trousers, ensuring that they will not fall off. US, plural, plural-only
  2. 2
    Small straps, attached to a suspender belt, that hold up a woman's stockings. British, plural, plural-only

Example

More examples

"Suspenders make my personality."

Etymology

From suspend + -er. Compare hanger.

Related phrases

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