ski parka

Thân thiện

A skier zips up their bright ski parka at the top of a snowy slope.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A parka to be worn while skiing: A ski parka is a specific type of long, warm, waterproof or water-resistant jacket designed for the conditions and activities associated with skiing. It is intended to provide insulation and protection from cold, wind, and snow.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • She zipped up her bright red ski parka before heading to the slopes.
  • A good ski parka is essential for staying warm and dry in the mountains.
  • The new ski parka features advanced thermal lining and ventilation zippers.

Advanced Usage

• While "ski parka" is a compound noun, its usage is specific to the context of winter sports and cold-weather apparel. It implies functionality beyond general warmth, such as features for mobility, moisture management, and compatibility with ski equipment.

Variants and Related Words

• Parka (noun): A general term for a long, warm jacket, often with a hood, not necessarily designed for skiing.
• Ski jacket (noun): A very close synonym, often used interchangeably with "ski parka," though sometimes a "jacket" may be shorter than a "parka."
• Anorak (noun): A type of waterproof jacket, often used for similar outdoor activities.

Synonyms

• Ski jacket: A jacket designed for skiing.
• Winter sports jacket: A more general term for jackets used in cold-weather sports.

Related Phrases

• To wear a ski parka: The standard verb collocation for using this item of clothing.
  • You should wear a ski parka if you're going skiing in that weather.

Notes

• "Ski parka" is a compound noun. The primary definition and usage pertain to this specific combination of words as a single concept. The word "parka" alone has a broader meaning, and the word "ski" alone is not clothing.

Học thuật

Noun

1. a parka to be worn while skiing

Từ đồng nghĩa

• ski jacket