Parka

/ˈpɑːrkə/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A large, heavy jacket with a hood, often lined with fur or other warm materials, designed to protect against cold weather.

She wore a thick parka to stay warm during the snowstorm.

A type of outer garment originally worn by Indigenous peoples of the Arctic, typically made from animal skin.

The museum displayed an authentic parka made from seal skin.

A jacket similar to a parka but typically made of less insulated material, suitable for mild winter weather.

He decided to wear a lighter parka since the temperature was only slightly chilly.

The word 'parka' comes from the Yupik word 'parka' meaning 'a fur coat'.

wear a parka

To dress in a warm and protective coat suitable for cold weather.

parka season

The time of year when it is cold enough to wear a parka.

anorak

A waterproof jacket with a hood, typically worn in cold weather.

windbreaker

A light jacket designed to resist wind chill.

outerwear

Clothing worn outdoors, typically over other clothes.

A stylish coat worn in urban settings.

He rocked that vintage parka at the music festival.

In slang, can refer to any oversized jacket.

She threw on her oversized parka and headed out.