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legging Synonyms

Another word for legging

Choosing another word for legging depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A tight-fitting, stretchy garment covering the legs, typically worn by women or girls for exercise or casual wear (almost always used in the plural).

Usage Example

"She pulled on a pair of comfortable black leggings before heading to the yoga studio."

Strong
tights
Weak
pants

• noun (Context 2)

A protective outer covering for the lower leg, traditionally made of leather or canvas, worn by soldiers, riders, or outdoor workers to shield the shin.

Usage Example

"The historical reenactor strapped a thick leather gaiter over his boot to protect his leg from the dense brush."

Strongest
gaiter
Strong
puttee
Weak
chaps

• Nearby Words

legendarily
legendary
legged
legging
leggings
leggy
legibility

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Legging. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 6, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/legging
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