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Definition of overtrousers

overtrousers

/ˈoʊvərtraʊzərz/
o · ver · trou · sers
Plural:overtrousers
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overtrousers Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

British A pair of waterproof or protective trousers designed to be worn over regular trousers to keep the wearer dry, warm, or clean outdoors.

Example

"Before cycling to work in the heavy downpour, she pulled on her waterproof overtrousers."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Like 'trousers', 'overtrousers' is a pluralia tantum noun that always takes a plural verb and is used chiefly in British and Commonwealth English (corresponding to 'rain pants' or 'overpants' in North American English).

• Nearby Words

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Overtrousers. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/overtrousers
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