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salopettes

Syllabification: (sa·lo·pettes)
Pronunciation: /ˌsaləˈpets/

Definition of salopettes

noun

  • a one-piece garment similar to overalls, with a front flap and shoulder straps or a full sleeveless top, worn for skiing, sailing, etc..

Origin:

1970s: from French salopette in the same sense + -s by analogy with such words as trousers

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