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bomber jacket

noun

: a zippered usually leather jacket with front pockets and knitted cuffs and waistband

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Debuted at Fanatics Fest NYC in June 2025, the capsule collection consists of a varsity-style bomber jacket and a mesh basketball jersey. Ben Verbrugge, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Nov. 2025 In for a Penny, in for a Pound The classic penny loafer, of course, looks great with other staples like a bomber jacket, jeans, and button-ups. Christina Holevas, Vogue, 15 Nov. 2025 The bomber jacket and skirts were perfect for spring and the dresses were timeless. Tenicka Boyd, Essence, 13 Nov. 2025 In the men’s section, technical coats are also quite trendy—just look at Columbia’s stylish take on a classic bomber jacket. Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 1 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for bomber jacket

Word History

First Known Use

1940, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of bomber jacket was in 1940

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“Bomber jacket.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bomber%20jacket. Accessed 29 Nov. 2025.

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