trotteur

noun

trot·​teur
R träˈtər,
+V -ˈtər‧;
−R -ˈtə̄,
+ vowel in a word following without pause -ˈtər‧ or -ˈtə̄ also -ˈtə̄r
plural -s
: a woman's tailored garment (as a suit, coat, dress, or hat) suitable for walking or outdoor wear

Word History

Etymology

French, from trotter to trot (from Middle French troter) + -eur -or

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“Trotteur.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/trotteur. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

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