oilskin

UK /ˈɔɪl.skɪn/ US /ˈɔɪl.skɪn/
noun 3

Definitions

noun

1

Cloth made from cotton and treated with oil and pigment to make it waterproof.

2

A raincoat made from cotton fabric treated with oil and pigment to make it waterproof.

I noticed Larry to-day had on two vests, two coats, and an overcoat with his oilskin outside of that.

He was preparing to venture out again, when Gaskin opened a locker and brought out an oilskin. “Hit'll 'elp you keep dry, sir,” holding up the garment.

3

Foul-weather gear worn by sailors, whether of natural or synthetic materials.

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