Definition

Noun: a short, close-fitting jacket worn by sailors, typically made of thick wool or other durable material.

Usage Examples

• (A short jacket worn by sailors for warmth.)
• (A sailor's garment with practical pockets.)

Advanced Usage

• "Monkey-jacket" as a historical term: This word is somewhat dated and may be used in historical or nautical contexts to refer to a specific style of sailor's outerwear.
  • In the 19th century, a monkey-jacket was standard issue for British seamen. (A uniform item worn by sailors in the past.)

Variants and Related Words

• Monkey (n): a small to medium-sized primate, or a playful term for a person.
  • The monkey climbed the tree. (The animal.)
• Jacket (n): a short coat.
  • She wore a leather jacket. (A type of outer clothing.)

Synonyms

• Pea jacket: a short, heavy woolen coat worn by sailors.
• Sou'wester: a waterproof hat or coat worn by sailors, though not identical in style.

Related Idioms

• "Monkey suit": a colloquial term for a formal or military uniform, sometimes used humorously.
  • He looked uncomfortable in his monkey suit at the wedding. (A formal suit or uniform.)

Phrasal Verbs

• Jacket up (informal): to put on a jacket.
  • He jacketed up before going out into the storm. (Put on a jacket.)

Note: "Monkey-jacket" is a compound noun, and its meaning is specific to the combination of "monkey" and "jacket." No common phrasal verbs or idioms include this exact term.