jacket

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Pronunciation
/ˈd͡ʒæk.ɪt/
/ˈd͡ʒækət/
Noun
6 definition(s)
1 Definition

A piece of clothing worn on the upper body outside a shirt or blouse, often waist length to thigh length.

2 Definition

A piece of a person's suit, beside trousers and, sometimes, waistcoat; coat (US)

3 Definition

A protective or insulating cover for an object (e.g. a book, hot water tank, bullet.)

4 Definition

A police record.

5 Definition

In ordnance, a strengthening band surrounding and reinforcing the tube in which the charge is fired.

6 Definition

The tough outer skin of a baked potato.

Example Sentences
  • Cook the potatoes in their jackets.
Verb
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

To enclose or encase in a jacket or other covering.