Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
knickerbocker
noun
/ˈnɪkərˌbɒkər/
Definition
A term originally used to refer to a New Yorker or a style of loose-fitting trousers that gather at the knee.
Examples
- As the parade marched down the street, I noticed several children wearing knickerbockers.
- The term ‘knickerbocker’ is sometimes used to refer to a typical New Yorker, especially in historical contexts.
Meaning
The term has roots in the cultural identity of New Yorkers, often associated with the early Dutch settlers of New York, and is also used to describe a specific style of pants worn by boys and men.
Synonyms
- New Yorker
- East Coaster
- Old Dutch
