pant

[pænt]

pant Definition

• 1. to breathe quickly and loudly through your mouth, usually because you have been doing something energetic
• 2. a piece of clothing that covers the lower part of the body and each leg, usually separately, and that is worn by both men and women

Using pant: Examples

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

• Example

  The dog was panting after chasing the ball.

• Example

  She was panting for breath after running up the stairs.

• Example

  He wore a pair of black pants and a white shirt to the party.

• Example

  I need to buy some new pants for work.

pant Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for pant

• gasp
• puff
• heave
• respire
• trouser
• breathe heavily

Antonyms for pant

• calm
• relax

Phrases with pant

• hot under the collar/pants

  angry or agitated about something

  Example

  He got hot under the collar when he saw the mess in the kitchen.

• pants on fire

  a phrase used to describe someone who is lying or being deceitful

  Example

  I don't believe him. His pants are on fire!

• pull up your pants

  to improve your behavior or performance

  Example

  You need to pull up your pants if you want to pass this class.

Origins of pant

from Middle English 'pante', from Old French 'pantaisier', meaning 'to gasp'

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Summary: pant in Brief

The term 'pant' [pænt] refers to breathing quickly and loudly due to physical activity or excitement, as in 'The dog was panting after chasing the ball.' It also refers to a garment that covers the lower body and legs, worn by both men and women, as in 'He wore a pair of black pants and a white shirt to the party.'