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Vocabulary Entry
jerkin
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A close-fitting jacket or coat, typically made of leather or a similar material.
Example Sentences
"The hunter wore a leather jerkin to keep warm during the cold winter months."
"In the Renaissance, many men sported a fashionable jerkin over their tunics."
"She admired the intricate embroidery on the ancient jerkin displayed in the museum."
V
verb
To jerk or to pull sharply, although this usage is much less common.
Example Sentences
"He jerked the jerkin off the hook and put it on quickly."
"As he turned around, he accidentally jerked the jerkin from his friend's hand."
"The horse jerked its head in surprise when the rider tightened the jerkin strap."