| Answer | Crossword Clue |
|---|---|
| SEVERER | Less loose |
| TENSER | Less loose |
| FIRMER | Less loose |
| TAUTER | Less loose |
| CHASTER | Less loose |
| TIGHTEN | Make less loose |
| bloomer | (used with a pl. v.) a. loose trousers gathered at the knee, formerly worn by women as part of a gymnasium, riding, or other sports outfit b. women's underpants of similar, but less bulky, design c. the trousers of a bloomer costume |
