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Definition of pantalette

pantalette

/ˌpæn.təˈlɛt/
pan · ta · lette
Plural:pantalettes
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• noun

1

A long, typically frilled or lace-trimmed undergarment covering the legs, worn by women and young girls during the 19th and early 20th centuries.

Example

"The little girl's white lace pantalettes peeked out from beneath the hem of her heavy woolen skirt as she ran through the Victorian parlor."

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Word Nuance & Usage

This word is almost exclusively encountered in its plural form, 'pantalettes', and is highly restricted in modern English to historical or literary discussions of 19th-century fashion.

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• Nearby Words

pansy
pansy orchid
pant
pantalette
pantaloons
pantheism
pantheist

Word Origin & Etymology

Early 19th century: from French 'pantalettes', a diminutive of 'pantalon' (trousers), which ultimately derives from the Italian comedic theatrical character Pantalone, who famously wore long trousers.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

Cite this Entry

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