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breeching

A historical ceremony marking the first time a boy was dressed in trousers

Pronunciation: /ˈbɹiːt͡ʃɪŋ/

Meaning

A historical ceremony marking the first time a boy was dressed in trousers.

Example

The family marked the boy's breeching with a small celebration.

The family marked the boy's breeching with a small celebration.

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