"Daisy Dukes" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

IPA: /deɪ.zi ˈduːks/ [UK]
Rhymes: -uːks Etymology: From the apparel of Daisy Duke, a fictional character in the television series The Dukes of Hazzard. Head templates: {{en-noun|p}} Daisy Dukes pl (plural only)
  1. Very short denim shorts worn by women, ending at the upper thighs. Wikipedia link: Daisy Duke, The Dukes of Hazzard Tags: plural, plural-only Categories (topical): Clothing Related terms: hot pants

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