bomber jacket

noun

: a zippered usually leather jacket with front pockets and knitted cuffs and waistband

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Below, start with Aritzia’s slouchy leather bomber jacket, Theory’s pleated pants in bone, and Everlane’s cozy striped turtleneck. Laura Jackson, Vogue, 9 Jan. 2025 Hunter, a heritage British brand, brings its knowledge of smart, durable outdoor gear to a classic bomber jacket. Kelsey Glennon, Travel + Leisure, 27 Dec. 2024 The collection’s reversible bomber jacket was worn by Grammy-winning country artist Lainey Wilson to the F1 US Grand Prix in Austin. Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 18 Dec. 2024 Team them with a sweatshirt, leggings, and sneakers during the day, or with a bomber jacket, skinny jeans, and loafers at night. Jamie Allison Sanders, People.com, 16 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for bomber jacket 

Word History

First Known Use

1940, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of bomber jacket was in 1940

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“Bomber jacket.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bomber%20jacket. Accessed 15 Jan. 2025.

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