Meaning of the word hotpants in English

What does hotpants mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

hotpants

US /ˈhɑːtˌpænts/
UK /ˈhɒtˌpænts/

Plural Noun

extremely short, tight shorts worn by women

Example:
She wore a pair of denim hotpants to the concert.
Hotpants were a popular fashion item in the 1970s.