windbreaker

noun

wind·​break·​er ˈwin(d)-ˌbrā-kər How to pronounce windbreaker (audio)
: a jacket made of wind-resistant material

Examples of windbreaker in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web While out in Los Angeles on Wednesday, the reality star and entrepreneur donned a more casual look: an unzipped charcoal windbreaker—which revealed a black bra—matching baggy pants with grommets lining the hem, and sleek black sunglasses. Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 13 June 2024 The capsule collection features the tricolors and stripes of the French flag with beach-ready wear of T-shirts, shorts and windbreakers, as well as beach towels, tote bags and socks, all with Ami’s signature heart symbol. Rhonda Richford, WWD, 3 Sep. 2019 The sultans of media and tech will break out their windbreakers and puffy vests for Allen & Co.’s annual Sun Valley conference next month. Brent Lang, Variety, 19 June 2024 Inspired by vintage swimming graphics and '90s beach apparel, the collection features clothing and accessories across women’s, men’s and kids’ categories, including classic crewneck tees and sweatshirts, a swimsuit, windbreakers, bucket hats and baseball caps, and cashmere styles. Catherine Santino, Peoplemag, 4 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for windbreaker 

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Word History

Etymology

from Windbreaker, a former trademark

First Known Use

1914, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of windbreaker was in 1914

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Cite this Entry

“Windbreaker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/windbreaker. Accessed 26 Jul. 2024.

Kids Definition

windbreaker

noun
wind·​break·​er -ˌbrā-kər How to pronounce windbreaker (audio)
: a jacket made of material that can resist the wind
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