First Known Use: 1881
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knickers
noun plural knick·ers \ˈni-kərz\
: loose-fitting pants that reach just below the knee
Full Definition of KNICKERS
1
: loose-fitting short pants gathered at the knee
2
chiefly British : underpants
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Origin of KNICKERS
short for knickerbockers
KNICKERS Defined for Kids
knickers
noun plural knick·ers \ˈni-kərz\
Definition of KNICKERS for Kids
: loose-fitting short pants gathered at the knee
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