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Eisenhower jacket

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A waist-length jacket or blouson developed for the U.S. Army during the later stages of World War II. It featured a pleated back, adjustable waist band, fly-front buttons, bellows chest pockets, slash side pockets, and shoulder straps.

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Synonyms: Ike jacket

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History

Etymology

Named after the American military officer and statesman Dwight D. Eisenhower.