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breeches definition
breeches (bric̸h′iz)
plural noun
- trousers reaching to or just below the knees and often tapered to fit closely
- Informal any trousers
Etymology: see breech
breeches Idioms
too big for one's breeches
Informal too forward, presumptuous, etc. for one's position or status
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