Jorts
/dʒɔːrts/noun
Informal shorts made of denim, especially cut-off jeans.
Did you know?“Jorts” is a modern portmanteau, not an ancient cursed word, but it shows how English can magically compress two words into one viral identity.
Etymological Timeline
20th Century
English
jeans + shorts
“A clipped, blended slang formation for denim shorts.”
Late 20th Century
English
jorts
“Informal term for jeans shorts / denim shorts.”
Modern English
English
jorts
“Denim shorts, especially cut-offs.”
Modern English
English
jeans
“Trousers made of denim or similar sturdy cotton cloth.”