flannels Synonyms
Another word for flannels
• noun (Context 1)
Trousers, or an entire suit of clothes, made of soft woolen or cotton flannel fabric, especially white trousers worn for sports such as cricket.
"The players stepped onto the cricket pitch dressed in their traditional white slacks."
• noun (Context 2)
Warm undergarments or pajamas made from soft flannel cloth.
"During the freezing winter nights in the cabin, everyone slept in heavy long johns."
• noun (Context 3)
Plural form of flannel: small pieces of toweling cloth used for washing the face and body.
"She packed two clean facecloths and a bar of soap in her overnight bag."
• verb (Context 4)
To use indirect, evasive, or flattering talk in order to deceive someone or avoid a difficult subject (third-person singular simple present of flannel).
"Whenever the reporter asks a tough question about the budget, the spokesperson just waffles."