donkey jacket
Definition
- Noun:
- A short, thick, and durable jacket, typically made of a heavy material such as wool or melton cloth, and often featuring a waterproof panel across the shoulders and back. It is traditionally associated with manual laborers and outdoor workers for its practicality and warmth.
Usage
- The term "donkey jacket" specifically refers to this type of utilitarian workwear. It is a count noun.
- It is used to describe a garment chosen for its durability and protection against the elements in a working environment.
Examples
- Noun:
- The dockyard workers wore sturdy donkey jackets to stay warm in the cold, wet weather.
- He threw on his old donkey jacket before heading out to fix the fence.
Advanced Usage
- While historically and primarily a functional item, the "donkey jacket" has occasionally been referenced in political or cultural contexts, sometimes as a symbol of the working class or labor movements.
Variants and Related Words
- Work jacket: A more general term for a jacket designed for manual labor.
- Melton cloth: A type of heavy, dense woolen fabric often used in making donkey jackets.
Synonyms
- Workman's jacket: A very close synonym emphasizing the wearer's occupation.
- Utility jacket: A broader term focusing on the garment's practical function.
Related Phrases
- To be dressed in donkey jacket and boots: A descriptive phrase painting a picture of someone in typical manual work attire.
Noun
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a short thick jacket; often worn by workmen
