adj
trouser
TROW-zuh
adj
1
Relating to or used with trousers.
"He kept his keys in his trouser pocket."
verb
1
To take money for oneself, often dishonestly or discreetly.
"The manager trousered a cut of every sale."
How to Use Trouser
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAs an adjective, relating to trousers (as in "trouser pocket"); as a British slang verb, to quietly pocket money.
When to use it
The verb sense is informal British slang, often implying the money wasn't entirely earned honestly.
Common pairings
trouser pocket
trouser leg
trouser the profits
Word Forms
trousered past tense, trousers plural, trousers singular
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Etymology
A back-formation from "trousers" — the singular form appeared later, used mainly as an adjective or in the slang verb sense.