jacket
/ˈdʒækɪt/
noun
A short coat you wear over your clothes
“Bring your jacket, it might be cold.”
ז'קט
Jacket is a noun in the clothing category. It is a intermediate (ages 9-10) word, meaning "A short coat you wear over your clothes" In Hebrew, jacket translates to ז'קט.
Example Sentences
- He grabbed his jacket from the hook because it was cold outside.
- The firefighter's special jacket protects them from heat and flames.
- She zipped up her jacket and pulled on her gloves before heading out.
Did You Know? The word "jacket" comes from the Old French name "Jacques" (Jack), which was a common nickname for a peasant — so a jacket was originally a simple working person's garment! Life jackets are not actually jackets — they are buoyancy aids that keep you afloat in water. They are called jackets because they are worn like a jacket.
Common Word Combinations
life jacketzip upjacket pocketleather jacket
Related Words
coathoodievestraincoat
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