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what country uses the term "slacks" instead of trousers?
what is the origin of this term?
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- Anonymous10 years agoFavorite Answer
This was used in England about 30-40 years ago (possibly earlier as well,I just didn't notice! I think it would only be used nowadays by quite old people. The word conjures up images of old fashioned trousers made out of dire fabrics like crimplene. I have no idea of the origin though!
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