Background for breeching

breeching

/bɹiːtʃiːŋ/

Illustration breeching - Image 1

noun

The ceremony of dressing a boy in trousers for the first time.

Examples :

"The historical record mentions the family celebrating the breeching of their eldest son when he turned five. "

culture ritual family age tradition history

Illustration breeching - Image 1

noun

A conduit through which exhaust gases are conducted to a chimney.

Examples :

"The inspector checked the breeching to ensure there were no leaks before clearing the furnace for winter use. "

architecture technical building device machine

Illustration breeching - Image 1

noun

A rope used to secure a cannon.

Examples :

"The old warship's cannon, now on display, still had its thick, weathered breeching securely fastened to prevent it from rolling backward. "

nautical military weapon

Illustration breeching - Image 1

noun

(equestrian) A component of horse harness or tack, enabling the horse to hold back a vehicle.

Examples :

"The driver carefully checked the breeching of the horse harness before loading the heavy wagon with supplies. "

vehicle animal machine part