Meaning of the word jerkin in English

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jerkin

US /ˈdʒɝː.kɪn/

UK /ˈdʒɝː.kɪn/

a sleeveless jacket, typically made of leather or suede, worn over a doublet or other garment

Example:

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The knight wore a leather jerkin over his chainmail.

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She dressed in a traditional costume, complete with a velvet jerkin.

Synonym:

vest waistcoat doublet

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