Word
capri
Phoneticscapri
/ˈkæpɹi/
Definition
n. a style of trousers for women that end between the knee and the ankle. They are popular in warm weather and usually have a slim fit.
n. a style of close-fitting trousers for women, designed to end mid-calf or just above the ankle. Often referred to in the plural form.
Examples
“She wore white capris and a blue shirt to the garden party.”
“Capris became a fashion staple in the 1950s and remain popular for casual summer wear today.”
“The designer's spring collection featured high-waisted capris paired with oversized linen blazers to create a silhouette reminiscent of mid-century resort wear.”
Examples
simple
“She wore white capris and a blue shirt to the garden party.”
contextual
“Capris became a fashion staple in the 1950s and remain popular for casual summer wear today.”
complex
“The designer's spring collection featured high-waisted capris paired with oversized linen blazers to create a silhouette reminiscent of mid-century resort wear.”
Usage
Usually used in the plural; when referring to a single garment, the phrase 'a pair of capris' is standard.
Etymology
From Italian Capri.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.