Are they worn by drunks? (6)
I believe the answer is:
tights
'are' is the definition.
Although both the answer and definition are singular nouns, I cannot see how one could define the other.
I cannot understand how the rest of the clue works.
Can you help me to learn more?
(Other definitions for tights that I've seen before include "Types of stockings" , "Close fitting garment" , "Women's garment worn in place of stockings" , "Leg-wear for women" , "Close-fitting female garment" .)