shell jacket

noun

1

: a short tight military jacket worn buttoned up the front

2

: mess jacket

Examples of shell jacket in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Keep the colorful momentum going by pairing yours with Ossou’s butter-yellow tee and Jil Sander’s sage green shell jacket. — Laura Jackson, Vogue, 7 May 2026

For that reason, shell jackets have become particularly favored by outdoor enthusiasts for pursuits ranging from running to skiing to mountain climbing. — Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 13 Apr. 2026

Its Vita Shell ultralight shell jacket, priced at 2,111 renminbi, or $305, on its official Tmall store, was recognized by the 2025 ISPO Global Design Awards in its Running and Trail Running category. — Denni Hu, Footwear News, 11 Feb. 2026

Minden Jacket The Minden Jacket is a flattering, sophisticated take on a shell jacket, with a flattering, slim fit that isn’t overly constricting. — Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 28 Nov. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1840, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for shell jacket

• straitjacket
• bracket
• packet
• racket
• racquet