Crossword Genius

First person in Paris suggests the solution is to make trousers (5)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

jeans

I'm a little stuck... Click here to teach me more about this clue!

'trousers' is the definition.
(denim trousers)

I don't understand the rest of the clue.

Can you help me to learn more?

(Other definitions for jeans that I've seen before include "Casual trousers, sometimes stonewashed?" , "boys in France?" , "(Usually) blue casual wear" , "article of clothing" , "Strides casually" .)

I've seen this clue in The Irish Times.
Want a hint initially instead of a full solution? Install my app