Definition

1. Noun:
   • A jacket with overlapping front panels: A "double-breasted jacket" is a type of jacket where the front panels overlap significantly, typically allowing for two parallel rows of buttons to be fastened. One row is functional, while the other is often decorative.

Examples of Usage

• Noun:
  • He wore a formal double-breasted jacket to the wedding.
  • The classic navy double-breasted jacket is a staple of traditional menswear.

Advanced Usage

• "in a double-breasted jacket": used to describe someone's attire.
  • The captain, resplendent in a double-breasted jacket, greeted the guests.

Variants and Related Words

• Double-breasted (adj): Describing a garment, especially a coat, suit, or jacket, with overlapping front panels and two rows of buttons.
  • He prefers double-breasted suits for their formal appearance.

Synonyms

• Pea coat: A specific type of short, double-breasted coat, typically made of wool.
• Reefer jacket: Another term for a close-fitting, double-breasted jacket, often nautical.

Related Phrases

• To button a double-breasted jacket: The action of fastening it.
  • He always remembers to button his double-breasted jacket for a polished look.

Noun

1. a jacket having fronts that overlap enough for two separate rows of buttons