Capris

Part of speech: noun

Definitions

1. A style of trousers that end at the mid-calf, often favored for casual wear in warmer climates
2. Garments that provide coverage similar to pants but are designed to terminate around the calf area, ideal for hotter seasons
3. A type of pants that are characterized by their length, stopping just below the knee, commonly used for casual or summer outfits

Etymology: The garment takes its name from Capri, the rocky island off the coast of Naples in southern Italy. Its name comes from the island, not from any tailoring tradition, and the connection is one of place: the island was a fashionable holiday destination, and the trousers were named for it in the same way that other clothing took its name from a town or region. The cut is the defining feature. The leg stops at mid-calf, which keeps the wearer cool while still covering more than shorts would. Speakers often use the plural form "capris" as the everyday name, and the garment is usually paired with the phrase "capri pants," where "capri" works as an adjective modifying "pants."

Synonyms: cropped pants, three-quarter pants, culottes, pedal pushers, ankle pants