Close‑fitting stretchy clothing that covers the legs and sometimes the waist and feet, often worn for warmth, fashion, or sports. They are usually made of thin, elastic material.
From 'tight' plus the plural ending, first used in the 18th and 19th centuries for tight‑fitting garments, especially on the legs. The term grew out of earlier phrases like 'tight hose.' The plural form became standard for this type of clothing.
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