shell jacket
Definition
Noun: A shell jacket is a type of formal military jacket, waist-length and tapering to a point at the back, traditionally worn by officers for formal dinners or mess functions.
Usage
The term "shell jacket" specifically refers to this item of formal military attire. It is used to describe the jacket itself or to specify the dress code for an event. * Officers are required to wear their shell jackets for the regimental dinner. * The dress code for the evening is shell jacket and black tie.
Advanced Usage
- Historical Context: While still part of some formal dress uniforms, the shell jacket is a traditional garment with historical significance in military customs.
- "In shell jacket": A phrase describing someone wearing this garment.
- The commanding officer arrived in shell jacket.
Variants and Related Words
- Mess jacket: A very close synonym, often used interchangeably with "shell jacket," referring to the same or a very similar garment worn in officers' messes.
Synonyms
- Mess jacket
- Formal military jacket
- Dress jacket (in a specific military context)
Antonyms
- Battle dress
- Fatigue uniform
- Combat jacket
Related Phrases
- Mess dress: The full formal uniform ensemble, which includes the shell jacket.
- He looked splendid in his full mess dress.
Noun
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waist-length jacket tapering to a point at the back; worn by officers in the mess for formal dinners
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