windbreaker

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a kind of heavy jacket (`windcheater' is a British term)

Etymology

From a trademark of the John Rissman company; wind + breaker.

In classic literature

Synonyms

parka, windcheater, anorak

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