JACKET Synonyms: 104 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

ˈja-kət

Definition of jacket

as in sheath

something that encloses another thing especially to protect it slip the art book into its jacket so it won't get dirty

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as in wool

the hairy covering of a mammal especially when fine, soft, and thick llamas are prized for their soft, lush jackets

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jacket

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verb

as in to vest

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Recent Examples of jacket

Noun

Layer an undershirt under sweaters and jackets to absorb sweat and body oils. — Ryan Brennan, Sacbee.com, 17 Sep. 2026 Also, Lisa Yang makes an incredible long cashmere jacket great for both evening and travel. — Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 17 Sep. 2026

Verb

On December 31, the 24-year-old pop star attended Kelce's game against the Cincinnati Bengals wearing a slightly different version of the Chiefs letterman jacket her boyfriend wore on Christmas Day. — Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 1 Jan. 2024 And that Chiefs jacket the pop superstar has been spotted wearing? — Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 17 Oct. 2023 See All Example Sentences for jacket

Recent Examples of Synonyms for jacket

Noun

Alcaraz is coming back from tenosynovitis, an injury in which fluid accumulates in the sheath that protects a key tendon in the wrist.

— Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
The tang had a tendency to work loose, and the sheath would often be less than secure, letting the knife fall out during a parachute drop.

— David Szondy August 30, New Atlas, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of sheath

Noun

On day one of London Fashion Week, H&M stepped directly into that debate (as well as further into the wool debate, when Peta protestors crashed the show).

— Amy O’Brien, Vogue, 18 Sep. 2026
Designed with an elegant boat neckline and an ultra-soft blend of wool and modal, this pick looks and feels a lot more luxe than your average long-sleeve tee.

— Kate Boswell, Southern Living, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of wool

Verb

His annual equity award will see 25 percent of shares vest over time, and the remaining 75 percent vesting based on Apple’s performance compared to other companies in the S&P 500 index.

— Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 1 Sep. 2026
The offer will include separation pay, continued vesting of existing equity awards, healthcare support at active employee rates, and continued Silver Pass access to Disney theme parks.

— Jennifer Maas, Variety, 24 Aug. 2026

Definition of vest

Verb

Amal chose a body-contouring and razor pleated black Tom Ford by Haider Ackermann gown with silk taffeta and leather details, the brand’s Vertigo pumps, and a matching clutch.

— Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 4 Sep. 2026
The look was gothic and moody, consisting of a full black lace gown with an asymmetric skirt that cascaded down to the floor.

— Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 4 Sep. 2026

Definition of gown

Noun

Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said Kyiv is ready to agree to a truce covering attacks on energy infrastructure and the Black Sea.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 18 Sep. 2026
Items like window coverings, outdoor lighting, storage sheds and automatic garage door openers all add economic value.

— Lew Sichelman, Miami Herald, 17 Sep. 2026

Definition of covering

Noun

One can only imagine the quick work happening backstage to get her hair coiffed amid costume changes.

— Maira Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 15 Sep. 2026
Crosby, with a few more white hairs than last season, thought about the comment for a second before shrugging his shoulders and smiling.

— Josh Yohe, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2026

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