jackets 1 of 2

noun

plural of jacket
1
as in sheaths
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 wools
the hairy covering of a mammal especially when fine, soft, and thick llamas are prized for their soft, lush jackets

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jackets

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verb

present tense third-person singular of jacket
as in vests

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Recent Examples of jackets
Noun
The pair, who matched in black leather jackets and jeans, departed the building hand-in-hand and showed off their decorative handcuffs while sharing a steamy kiss. — Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 26 Aug. 2026 Barn jackets and trench coats are quintessential fall outerwear, and this plaid-collar find combines both. — Anna Traver, InStyle, 25 Aug. 2026 Fund manager Sean Peche's approach to investing is to buy ski jackets in summer and air conditioning units in winter. — Jenni Reid, CNBC, 24 Aug. 2026 We're particularly taken with the collection's pet options, especially the tiny waxed jackets crafted for your pooch and the classic Barbour rain jacket reimagined as a chew toy. — Kelsey Legg, ABC News, 24 Aug. 2026 Crown Royal whisky, goose down jackets, ice-hockey equipment and a long list of other Canadian goods could become much more expensive for American consumers. — Amy B Wang, Washington Post, 22 Aug. 2026 That said, his snug T-shirts and sometimes-elegant shirts and well-cut suit jackets, wide mouth, gap-tooth smile, open face and long wavy hair scream ’70s rock star. — Katherine Turman, SPIN, 21 Aug. 2026 There are martinis stirred on carts, bartenders in green velvet jackets, fancy plates, and even caviar service. — Amy Cavanaugh, Chicago Tribune, 20 Aug. 2026 His has recorded and toured incessantly since the ‘60s and his name can also be found in film credits, on book jackets and now on a line of cannabis products. — Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 19 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for jackets
  1. sheaths
  2. wools
  3. vests
  4. casings
  5. coats
  6. cloaks
  7. coverings
  8. hairs
Noun
  • The research team says future versions may use adjustable sheaths or elastic materials to fit a wider range of bodies.
    — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 26 July 2026
  • To further the house’s connection to nature, Wright used flagstone flooring inside and out and employed large sheaths of glass windows for visual continuity.
    — Elizabeth Fazzare, Architectural Digest, 14 July 2026
Definition of sheaths
Noun
  • Using luxurious cottons, silks, wools and linen to emphasize the simplicity and ease of wardrobe staples — T-shirts, shorts, sweatshirts, skirts, button-down shirts, pants and tunics — elevating their wearability for day and night.
    — Tonya Blazio-Licorish, Footwear News, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Although the word cashmere is sometimes incorrectly applied to extremely soft wools, only the product of the cashmere goat is true cashmere.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 31 Mar. 2026
Definition of wools
Verb
  • The Constitution vests the administration of elections in the states, though Congress can pass laws pertaining to elections.
    — Garrett Downs, CNBC, 31 Mar. 2026
  • While presidents have the authority as the commander in chief to conduct certain strategic military operations on their own, the Constitution vests Congress with the power to wage war.
    — Lisa Mascaro, Fortune, 1 Mar. 2026
Definition of vests
Noun
  • If internal fluid pressure drops during aggressive extraction, the surrounding earth squeezes the cavern inward, permanently shrinking total storage capacity and crushing steel well casings.
    — Siddharth Misra, Fortune, 25 Aug. 2026
  • Five bullet casings were recovered from the scene, where Hernandez-Lopez was pronounced dead.
    — Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of casings
Noun
  • Turtlenecks, chunky knits and heavier coats can easily swallow up smaller pieces, while an oversized earring, substantial pendant or sculptural cuff can still hold its own.
    — Casey DelBasso, ABC News, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Nearly 36 percent of evaluated items fell into the outerwear category encompassing coats, jackets and blazers.
    — Kate Nishimura, Footwear News, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of coats
Verb
  • The Florida Constitution cloaks everything about executive clemency in unhealthy secrecy.
    — Orlando Sentinel, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 July 2026
  • Luis Bustamente designed every detail of each suite with a backdrop of rich navy that cloaks the walls of every room, and furniture framed in the hotel’s signature tri-color scheme.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 May 2026
Definition of cloaks
Noun
  • The temperamental weather conditions stemming from a looming storm had staff quickly setting up plastic coverings around the tent throughout Osaka’s conversation to protect from the oncoming rain.
    — Corbin Bolies, Variety, 29 Aug. 2026
  • The thieves wore no disguises or face coverings according to a report by Vienna’s police department.
    — News Desk, Artforum, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of coverings
Noun
  • The pins printed down to the smallest pillar, appearing like tiny hairs, which required a magnifying glass to verify.
    — Michael Lydick, PC Magazine, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Now Pedicularis had emerged as one of the first heralds of the Arctic summer, its stems wrapped in grayish, silky hairs that protect it like a warm winter coat.
    — Denise Hruby, Miami Herald, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of hairs

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“Jackets.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jackets. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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