Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
flak-jacket
Noun
/flæk ˈdʒækɪt/
Definition
A flak jacket is a type of protective clothing designed to absorb the impact from shrapnel and debris during military conflict or combat situations.
Examples
- The soldiers wore flak jackets for added protection during the mission.
- He felt safer in his flak jacket when patrolling the dangerous area.
Meaning
Flak jackets are often worn by military personnel and are made from materials that provide some level of resistance to projectiles and shrapnel, but they are not designed to stop bullets.
Synonyms
- Body armor
- Protective vest
