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    Chaquetón (en. Reefer)

    /tʃa.keˈton/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Garment worn over clothing, designed to keep warm.
    In winter, I always wear a chaquetón to protect myself from the cold.
    En invierno, siempre llevo un chaquetón para protegerme del frío.
    Cape or long coat, usually with sleeves.
    The chaquetón I bought is made of wool and very elegant.
    El chaquetón que compré es de lana y muy elegante.
    Loose jacket used on formal occasions.
    The lawyer's chaquetón gave him a very professional appearance.
    El chaquetón del abogado le daba un aspecto muy profesional.

    Etymology

    The term 'chaquetón' comes from the French 'chaqueton', which is a diminutive of 'chaque', related to 'jacket'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be in fashion with a chaquetón
    Wearing a chaquetón that is trendy.
    estar a la moda con un chaquetón
    winter chaquetón
    Chaquetón designed specifically for cold climates.
    chaquetón de invierno
    to wear a chaquetón
    To use a chaquetón as part of the outfit.
    llevar un chaquetón

    Related Words

    jacket
    Sleeveless garment that covers the upper part of the body.
    chaqueta
    coat
    Long and warm garment worn to protect against the cold.
    abrigo
    cape
    Garment that covers the shoulders and part of the back.
    capa

    Slang Meanings

    Used to refer to a low-quality coat.
    That chaquetón is a second-hand 'chaquetó'.
    Ese chaquetón es un 'chaquetó' de segunda mano.
    Chaquetón used at parties or informal events.
    He wore a very flashy chaquetón at the party.
    Llevaba un chaquetón bien chillón en la fiesta.