Culotte: meaning, definitions and examples

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culotte

 

[ kษ™หˆlษ’t ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

clothing garment

Culottes are a type of women's clothing that resemble a skirt but are actually a pair of loose-fitting trousers that fall to just below the knee. They are designed to provide comfort and ease of movement, making them a popular choice for both casual and formal occasions. The design allows for greater freedom of movement compared to skirts while still offering a feminine silhouette. Often made from lightweight fabrics, culottes can be worn in various styles, from chic and fashionable to practical and utilitarian.

Synonyms

culotte pants, palazzo pants, trousers, wide-leg pants

Examples of usage

  • She wore a stylish pair of culottes to the summer picnic.
  • Culottes are perfect for a day at the office.
  • I love how versatile culottes can be, dressed up or down.
  • These culottes are made from breathable fabric, ideal for warm weather.

Translations

Translations of the word "culotte" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น culote

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เฅเคฒเฅ‹เคŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Culotte

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ culotte

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบัŽะปะพั‚ะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ culotte

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ญใƒฅใƒญใƒƒใƒˆ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท culotte

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ culotte

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท culotte

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ฟจ๋กฏ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูƒูˆู„ูˆุช

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ culotte

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ culotte

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฎฝ่ฃค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ culotte

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ culotte

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบัŽะปะพั‚ั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒฃแƒšแƒแƒขแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kulot

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ culotte

Etymology

The word 'culotte' comes from the French term 'culotte,' which historically referred to a style of knee-length trousers worn by men in the 17th century. The term evolved to describe a garment resembling a skirt but made with the practicality of pants. In the 19th century, culottes became popular among women who sought greater freedom of movement while maintaining a fashionable appearance. Throughout the 20th century, various designers experimented with the silhouette and fabric of culottes, leading to their resurgence in contemporary fashion. Today, culottes are recognized as a staple in many women's wardrobes, trusted for their convenience and style.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #39,439, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.