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Definition of slacks

slacks

/slæks/
slacks
Plural:slacks
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• noun

1

A pair of casual or semi-formal trousers, typically not forming part of a matching suit.

Example

"He wore a crisp button-down shirt and a pair of dark slacks to the business casual networking event."

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Word Nuance & Usage

When referring to trousers, the word is a pluralia tantum (used exclusively in the plural) and is typically quantified using 'a pair of' (e.g., 'two pairs of slacks').

• Rhymes for slacks

• Nearby Words

slacklining
slackly
slackness
slacks
slacktivism
slag
slagging

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the adjective 'slack' (meaning loose or relaxed). The term was coined in the 1920s to describe loose-fitting, casual trousers worn for sports or leisure, as opposed to formal tailored suit pants.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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