Mysteries of vernacular: Pants - Jessica Oreck
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From 4th Century Roman Saint Pantaleon to the trousers we
wear on our legs, Jessica Oreck details the story of the word ‘pants.'
Why might the British call pants trousers today, and why do you think trousers didn't catch on the United States?
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