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tights

[tahyts] ,
–noun (used with a plural verb)
1. a skin-tight, one-piece garment for the lower part of the body and the legs, now often made of stretch fabric, originally worn by dancers, acrobats, gymnasts, etc., and later made for general wear for adults and children.
2. a leotard with legs and, sometimes, feet.

Origin:
1825–35; n. use of tight; see -s 3
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tights   (tīts)   
pl.n.  
  1. A snug stretchable garment covering the body from the waist or neck down, designed for general wear by women and girls.

  2. A similar garment designed for athletic use, worn especially by acrobats and dancers.

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tights 
1827, "tight-fitting breeches," from tight. Meaning "skin-tights worn by dancers, acrobats, etc." is attested from 1836.
Online Etymology Dictionary, © 2001 Douglas Harper
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