noun a protective covering for the legs
Chaps have also been incorporated into mainstream fashion as a trendy piece of clothing, especially in the leather and biker fashion scenes.
Chaps are protective leather leggings worn over pants by horseback riders to protect their legs from rubbing against the saddle or brush while riding.
Chaps are also worn as a fashion statement in Western wear, often by cowboys and cowgirls as part of their traditional attire.
Chaps are sometimes worn by motorcyclists as a form of protective gear to shield their legs from wind, debris, and road rash in case of a fall.
In the writing world, 'chaps' can refer to a type of leather leggings worn by cowboys, adding a rugged and Western flair to a character or setting.
Psychologists may use 'chaps' as a colloquial term to refer to clients or patients, similar to 'folks' or 'individuals'.