overalls
Translation
dungarees, overalls, boiler suit
Examples
The farmer wore a pair of blue overalls.
The farmer wore a pair of blue dungarees.
Grammar Patterns
((a pair of)) ((overalls)) a type of clothing The farmer wore a pair of blue dungarees.
Similar Words
Synonyms: dungarees, boiler suit, bib-and-brace overalls
Etymology
From 'over' + 'all', as it is a garment worn over all other clothes, especially for protection.
Memory Tips
A piece of clothing that goes 'over all' your other clothes. Note that 'dungarees' is more common in the UK.