Synonyms for bloomers

Grammar : Noun

Spell : bloo-mer

Phonetic Transcription : ˈblu mər

Définition of bloomers

Origin : 1851, named for U.S. feminist reformer Amelia Jenks Bloomer (1818-1894), who promoted them. The surname is attested from c.1200, said to mean literally "iron-worker," from Old English bloma (see bloom (n.2)).

noun blunder

Example sentences :

After dinner, the apprentices retired, to finish sewing some bloomers.
Extract from : « The Bill-Toppers » by Andre Castaigne

Women should wear short skirts, bloomers, or riding-breeches.
Extract from : « Your National Parks » by Enos A. Mills

Bloomers can also be made from gingham, percale, galatea, or other cotton cloth.
Extract from : « Clothing and Health » by Helen Kinne

Calculate how much cloth will be necessary for a pair of bloomers for yourself.
Extract from : « Clothing and Health » by Helen Kinne

All girls should know about it, whether you will use wool or cotton for your bloomers.
Extract from : « Clothing and Health » by Helen Kinne

They are very serviceable and are suitable for bloomers, or for dress fabrics.
Extract from : « Clothing and Health » by Helen Kinne

You must examine these, too, to see if you will select one for your bloomers.
Extract from : « Clothing and Health » by Helen Kinne

Place the right side of the strip to the right side of the bloomers.
Extract from : « Clothing and Health » by Helen Kinne

What are the important things to remember in cutting out the bloomers?
Extract from : « Clothing and Health » by Helen Kinne

How does the band of the bloomers differ from that put on the petticoat?
Extract from : « Clothing and Health » by Helen Kinne

Antonyms for bloomers

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