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· Old English
brēċ
3 English words descend from Old English
brēċ
, most common first.
breech
A garment whose purpose is to cover or clothe the buttocks.
breeches
A garment worn by men, covering the hips and thighs; smallclothes.
breeks
Pants, breeches.