ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Suspenders

Definition & Meaning

Pronunciation /səˈspɛndɚz/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Suspenders is a noun meaning (British) Small straps, attached to a suspender belt, that hold up a woman's stockings.

Meaning

(British) Small straps, attached to a suspender belt, that hold up a woman's stockings.

More Meanings

  1. (US) A pair of straps crossing one's shoulders and extending down to one's trousers, where a clip or button arrangement allows them to affix to the trousers, ensuring that they will not fall off.

Synonyms for suspenders

Depending on context, synonyms include braces, garters.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include brace, gallus, pants, overalls, sock, braces.

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