A type of breeches or trousers, especially those worn in ancient or medieval times.
From Latin 'bracae,' the plural form referring to Celtic-style breeches. The Romans borrowed this word from Celtic languages when they encountered the Gauls and Celtiberians who wore such garments.
Romans initially found trousers barbaric and refused to wear them, considering them unmanly—but eventually adopted 'bracae' anyway, showing how practical clothing overcomes cultural prejudice.
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