bowyang

[ˈbaʊjæŋ]

bowyang Definition

  • 1a type of gaiter worn by Australian stockmen
  • 2a strap or ribbon tied below the knee to keep trousers from riding up

Using bowyang: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "bowyang" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The stockman wore a pair of bowyangs to protect his legs from the harsh terrain.

  • Example

    She tied her trousers with a bowyang to keep them from getting dirty.

Origins of bowyang

from Scottish 'bougan', meaning 'to bend' and 'yang', meaning 'leg'

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Summary: bowyang in Brief

'Bowyang' [ˈbaʊjæŋ] is a noun that refers to a type of gaiter worn by Australian stockmen or a strap/ribbon tied below the knee to keep trousers from riding up. It has its origin in the Scottish word 'bougan', meaning 'to bend' and 'yang', meaning 'leg'.