Pantaloon (Noun)
Meaning 2
Trousers worn in former times.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- He put on the striped pantaloon to create a bold statement for his outfit.
- His attire for the occasion was made of ivory coat paired with pinstripe pantaloon which really made him stand out among his peers.
- After the era of the pantaloon waned in the late eighteenth century a new fashion emerged where men continued to follow it up until the 20th century.
- She discovered that her antique collection wasn’t lacking when her grandfather bequeathed a hand-me-down of velvet pantaloon.
- During courtship rituals in the 18th century a dashing youth had his chance to stand out from the crowd by donning a matching pantaloon.
Hypernyms
Meaning 3
A character in the commedia dell'arte; portrayed as a foolish old man.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The pantaloon, with his baggy pants and wispy beard, stumbled onto the stage, tripping over his own feet.
- In the commedia dell'arte, the pantaloon was often depicted as a foolish old man, getting into absurd situations.
- The actor's portrayal of the pantaloon was spot on, capturing the character's signature blend of bumbling ineptitude and lovable charm.
- As the pantaloon, he would often get caught up in his own schemes, leading to hilarious misunderstandings and mishaps.
- The pantaloon's antics provided much of the comedic relief in the play, with his silly antics and foolish decisions leaving the audience in stitches.