Loose hose or breeches; leather leg quards. The word is used loosely and often in a jocose sense.

Loose hose or breeches worn in the 16th and 17th centuries as well as loose breeches in general. Also used for leggings or gaiters, commonly of leather.

loose hose or breeches worn in the 16th and 17th centuries; very loose trousers; [Chiefly British] leggings