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What is "Jacket" - Definition & Explanation
Last Updated on: 10-Feb-2024 (5 months, 17 days ago)
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Jacket
It is general at a hip length made to wear over other clothes rather as
an external clothing. These are open in front and an inner lining is
mostly used.
Jacket
A garment for the upper body usually having a front opening, collar, lapels, sleeves, and pockets.
Jacket
A jacket is a light coat.

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