work jacket

Durable job garment

A work jacket is a sturdy outer garment designed for manual labor or outdoor tasks.

Typically made of durable materials like canvas, denim, or duck cloth, work jackets prioritize function over fashion—featuring reinforced seams, multiple pockets, and resistance to wear.

The Carhartt jacket is the iconic example.

The term also applies to lighter utility jackets worn in workshops or warehouses.

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Family

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Top 500,000
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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G