windcheater

Lightweight protective outerwear

A windcheater is a lightweight jacket designed to resist wind, typically with a close-fitting waist and cuffs.

The term is more common in British English; Americans usually say windbreaker.

She grabbed her windcheater before heading out for a run.

garment

anorak

Weatherproof hooded outerwear

  • blousonWaist-gathered short jacket
  • bomberExplosive-delivery aircraft or saboteur
  • parkaInsulated hooded winter coat

cagoule · kagool · pullover · shell · raincoat · fleece · coat · hoodie · sweater · cardigan

athletic

activewear

Exercise-appropriate clothing

warmup · tracksuit · running · cycling · marathon · fitness · exercise · moisture-wicking · aerobic · sprint

protection

waterproof

Impervious to moisture

barrier · shelter · cover · layering · warmth · chill · gust · draft · elements · weather

outdoor

hiking

Recreational trail walking

mountaineering · sailing · cycling · walking · rambling · commuting · golfing · fishing · birdwatching · running

Opposites
weather protection level

windcheaterstorm jacket

Weatherproof outerwear garment

parka · winter coat · down jacket · raincoat · oilskin

garment weight/bulk

windcheaterpuffer jacket

Insulated quilted outerwear

fur coat · parka · down jacket · winter coat · sheepskin coat

Family

windcheaters

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G