legging

(legiŋ, -in)

noun

  1. a covering of canvas, leather, etc. for protecting the leg below the knee
  2. a child's outer garment with legs, worn in cold weather
  3. a tightfitting garment like tights but without feet, varying in length from the ankle to just above the knee

See legging in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun
  1. A leg covering usually extending from the ankle to the knee and often made of material such as leather or canvas, worn especially by soldiers and workers.
  2. leggings
    a. Tight-fitting knit trousers, usually worn by women and children.
    b. Warm outerwear trousers for children.
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