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Definition
A suit jacket or blazer worn on its own without matching suit trousers.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to a suit jacket worn separately from its matching trousers. It carries a slightly informal or casual connotation compared to wearing a full suit. People often use it when describing a smart casual look where the jacket is the focal point of the outfit.
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gin2件gínExamples
Are you wearing a suit jacket to your job interview today?
This suit jacket goes really well with your jeans.
Related words
Common phrases
to wear a suit jacket
to buy a suit jacket
Common mistake
Do not use this to refer to a full suit, which is called 西裝. It specifically implies that the trousers do not match the jacket.
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