Bracae

/ˈbreɪsiː/ noun

Definition

Plural of braca; breeches or trousers, particularly those worn by Celtic and Germanic peoples of antiquity.

Etymology

Latin plural of 'braca,' from Celtic languages. This is the standard Latin form found in Roman historical texts describing non-Roman peoples' clothing.

Kelly Says

When Roman soldiers began wearing 'bracae' on the northern frontier, it was a revolutionary practical choice that eventually spread throughout the empire—comfort wins over fashion.

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