"jorts" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: jort [singular]
Etymology: Blend of jean + shorts Etymology templates: {{blend|en|jean|shorts}} Blend of jean + shorts Head templates: {{en-noun|p|sg=jort}} jorts pl (normally plural, singular jort)
  1. (countable, uncountable) jean shorts, a pair of shorts made from denim (especially, mid-thigh or knee-length) Tags: countable, plural, plural-normally, uncountable Categories (topical): Clothing Synonyms: jhorts

Inflected forms

Alternative forms

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