jackets
/ˈdʒækɪts/
NOUN
1. Outer garments worn on the upper body
Garments worn over other clothing to provide warmth, protection, or style, typically covering the upper body from the shoulders to the waist or hips.
1.1. Clothing and outerwear
Used to refer to outer garments worn over shirts or other clothing for warmth, comfort, or protection against weather conditions.
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Examples
- The store displayed several winter jackets in different colors and styles.
- The hikers packed waterproof jackets for their mountain expedition.
- The company provided warm jackets for all its outdoor workers.
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1.2. Formal clothing and suit components
Used to describe the upper-body garments worn as part of formal suits, business attire, or coordinated clothing ensembles.
Synonyms
- suit coats
- blazers
- coats
Examples
- The employees wore matching suit jackets for the corporate event.
- The tailor adjusted several jackets before the fashion presentation.
Related Words
- trousers
- waistcoats
- suits
- lapels
- tailoring
- formalwear
- dress shirts
- tuxedos
NOUN
2. Protective outer coverings and casings
Outer layers or enclosures placed around objects, equipment, or materials to provide protection, insulation, or containment.
2.1. Protective casings and enclosures
Used to describe protective outer coverings surrounding cables, machinery, containers, or mechanical components to prevent physical damage or exposure.
Synonyms
- casings
- cases
- covers
- coverings
- shells
- sheaths
- encasements
- housings
- wrappers
- wrappings
Examples
- The electrical cables have durable jackets to protect their internal wires.
- The machine's protective jackets prevent dust and moisture from damaging its components.
- The technicians inspected the metal jackets surrounding the equipment.
Related Words
- enclosures
- containers
- capsules
- cartridges
- carapaces
- armor
- shields
- insulation
- protective layers
- outer shells
2.2. Animal fur and insulating coats
Used in zoological or biological contexts to describe the underlying coats or layers of animal hair that provide insulation and protection.
Synonyms
- coats
- fleeces
- furs
- undercoats
- pelages
- pelts
- skins
- wools
Examples
- The animals developed thicker insulating jackets as winter approached.
- Their dense natural jackets help them survive extremely cold temperatures.
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VERB
3. To dress or cover with jackets
To put jackets or other outer garments on people, or to cover objects with protective outer layers.
3.1. Dressing and clothing people
Used to describe the act of dressing or outfitting people in jackets or similar outer garments.
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Antonyms
Examples
- The volunteers jacketed the children before taking them outside.
- The performers were jacketed and prepared for the ceremony.
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3.2. Covering and enclosing objects
Used to describe the action of enclosing objects or materials within protective casings, jackets, or outer coverings.
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Antonyms
Examples
- The workers jacket the industrial pipes with insulating materials.
- The manufacturer jackets the electrical cables to protect them from environmental damage.