Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

lederhosen

Noun
/ˈleɪ.dərˌhoʊ.zən/
Definition
Knee-length leather trousers worn traditionally in Bavaria and Austria.
Examples
  • Lederhosen are commonly worn during Oktoberfest celebrations.
  • He wore his lederhosen to the folk festival, feeling proud of his heritage.
  • The tailor crafted a beautiful pair of lederhosen for the upcoming event.
Meaning
Lederhosen are a type of traditional clothing often associated with Bavarian and Austrian culture, typically made from tanned leather.
Synonyms
  • Bavarian shorts
  • Leather shorts