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jodhpurs

Syllabification: (jodh·purs)
Pronunciation: /ˈjädpərz/
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Definition of jodhpurs

noun

  • full-length trousers, worn for horseback riding, that are close-fitting below the knee and have reinforced patches on the inside of the leg.

Origin:

late 19th century: named after Jodhpur, where similar garments are worn by Indian men as part of everyday dress

Spell jodhpurs with an h after the d; they are named after the Indian city of Jodhpur.wear jodhpurs when riding horses.

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