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jacket1 A piece of clothing worn on the upper body to cover the torso and arms, typically consisting of a single layer of fabric with sleeves. ■ Why did the jacket go to jail? Because it was caught red-handed in a coat-hanging scheme!
jacket2 A person who is always causing trouble or getting into trouble. ■ "The jacket was always getting into trouble, it's a wonder they didn't fire him."
arose To suddenly and unintentionally release an unpleasant smell or sound from your body. ■ "I was walking down the hallway when suddenly my armpits started to arose and I had to quickly cover myself with a jacket."
boutonniere A fancy button worn on the lapel of a coat or jacket. ■ "I forgot to wear my boutonniere to the formal dinner party. It was a huge fashion faux pas!"
Climate The overall weather conditions of a particular region, often characterized by temperature and precipitation. ■ "I can't believe I left my jacket at home - this climate is way too hot!"
coldest The temperature at which a person is most likely to freeze to death. ■ I forgot my jacket and now I'm so cold, I'm practically frozen in place.
encinas A person who is always cold, even when it's hot outside. ■ "I don't understand why John is such an encinas, he doesn't even wear a jacket!"
parka A type of jacket with a hood and typically worn in cold weather. ■ Wearing a parka is like wearing a blanket on your back. It's essentially a giant hoodie that keeps you warm and dry.
sequined Adjective describing something that is covered in tiny, sparkling pieces of glass or metal. ■ "The sequined jacket was so shiny, it made the mirror reflect back ten times its original size."
Shivering A feeling of extreme cold, accompanied by involuntary and rapid muscle contractions. ■ "I can't believe I forgot my jacket at home. Now I'm shuddering like a leaf on a tree!"
Sleeves A part of a shirt or jacket that covers the arms from the shoulders to the wrists. ■ "I'm so sorry for rolling up my sleeves in front of you, I didn't want to show off my biceps."
suit A piece of clothing worn over other clothes, typically consisting of a jacket and pants. ■ I don't think this suit is really my style. It makes me feel like I'm trying too hard to impress people.
Tuxedo A formal suit worn by men, typically with a black jacket and white tie. It is often associated with elegance and sophistication. ■ "I'm sorry I couldn't make it to the gala, I was out tuxedo shopping."
zipped to have one's pants or jacket closed with a zipper. ■ "I forgot to unzip my backpack before going to the gym, and now I can't get it off. I guess I'm zipped into my own fitness goals!
capsized The act of overturning a boat or other watercraft, typically due to rough seas or an unexpected wave. To become upset or disoriented, especially suddenly. ■ "I forgot my life jacket and when I hit that big wave, I was capsized!"
coattails The long, fringed tail of a coat or jacket, often used as an indicator of wealth or status. ■ "When I was a poor college student, I couldn't afford to buy coattails, so I just stuck with my regular t-shirt and jeans."
Empowered To feel confident and capable due to having been given authority, resources, or support. ■ After taking a course on public speaking, Jane felt empowered to give a presentation at her company's annual conference. She even brought her own microphone and wore a sparkly jacket to make a big impression.
indecent An adjective used to describe something or someone that is inappropriate, improper, or offensive. It can also be used to describe actions or behaviors that are not considered socially acceptable. ■ "That shirt is so indecently revealing!" exclaimed Jane, as she quickly covered up with her jacket.
kilt A Scottish pleated garment worn by men, consisting of a kilt and jacket. ■ I saw a man wearing a kilt while playing bagpipes in the park., A type of fabric used for making skirts, kilts, and other garments. ■ The new kilt I bought is made of a soft, woolly material that feels amazing to wear., A term used to describe someone who is particularly Scottish or Scots-Irish in origin. ■ I'm a bit of a kilt when it comes to my love for haggis and whisky.
leather A material made from the hide of an animal, typically used for clothing, shoes, and other fashion accessories. ■ "I can't believe I forgot my leather jacket at home. Now I'm running around like a chicken with its head cut off!"
pinafore A clothing item worn over a blouse and underneath a jacket. It typically has a large collar and sleeves, and can be used as both an outer layer and an inner layer depending on the occasion. ■ I wore my pinafore to the fancy dinner party because I didn't want to show off too much skin!
Swatch A small, rectangular piece of fabric or material used to cover a part of something larger, such as a shirt or jacket. It is often used as a sample or test patch before making a larger purchase. ■ I went to the fabric store and bought ten swatches of different colors to see which one looked best on my couch. I ended up going with the purple one, but it turned out to be more "swatch-tastic" than expected.
synthetic Something that is made in a laboratory or factory, rather than being found in nature. A fake or artificial thing. ■ "I love my new synthetic leather jacket because it looks just like real leather but doesn't cost half as much."
vest2 A garment worn by a man as an alternative to a shirt and jacket., The act of wearing a vest. ■ John decided to wear his vest to the office instead of a tie, because he didn't want to tie himself up in knots all day., Mary saw John wearing his vest and exclaimed, "Wow, that's a bold move! But I have a better idea, let's play dress up!"