high waters
Meaning: short pants
Pronunciation: high-WAH-terz
clothing
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Meaning
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short pants
Usage: Pants too short
Examples
"Wearing high waters"
Origin & Cultural Context
Origin: English
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "high waters" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"high waters" means "short pants" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Pants too short.
How do you pronounce "high waters"?
"high waters" is pronounced "high-WAH-terz". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "high waters" in a sentence?
Example: "Wearing high waters"
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