Chaps

Pronunciation: /tʃæps/

Definitions of chaps

noun a protective covering for the legs

Example Sentences

A1 My chaps are made of leather and protect my legs when I ride horses.

A2 Cowboys often wear chaps as part of their traditional attire.

B1 The rancher wore his chaps while working with the cattle.

B2 The motorcycle rider put on his chaps before hitting the road.

C1 The equestrian competitor's chaps were custom-made for optimal performance.

C2 The leather chaps were meticulously crafted by a skilled artisan.

Examples of chaps in a Sentence

formal The gentleman put on his leather chaps before heading out for a horseback ride.

informal Hey chaps, let's grab a pint at the pub after work.

slang Those chaps are really cool, where did you get them?

figurative He always acts like he's the boss, but he's just a regular chap like the rest of us.

Grammatical Forms of chaps

• past tense: chapped
• plural: chaps
• comparative: more chapped
• superlative: most chapped
• present tense: chap
• future tense: will chap
• perfect tense: have chapped
• continuous tense: is chapping
• singular: chap
• positive degree: chap
• infinitive: to chap
• gerund: chapping
• participle: chapped

Origin and Evolution of chaps

First Known Use: 1875 year

Language of Origin: Spanish

Story behind the word: The word 'chaps' originated from the Spanish word 'chaparreras', which referred to leather leggings worn by horsemen to protect their legs.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'chaps' came to refer specifically to the leather leggings worn by cowboys in the American West for protection while riding horses and working on ranches.