scaredy pants
nounEtymology From scared + -y + -pants.
1
Figuratively, Informal A notional pair of trousers or underwear worn by someone when acting cowardly.
2
Childish Synonym of scaredy-cat.
- Related terms
- shit one's pants, wet one's pants
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