Oilskins
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Oilskins is a noun meaning A waterproof garment, made from oilskin, used especially at sea.
Meaning
A waterproof garment, made from oilskin, used especially at sea.
Example Sentences
The place had the empty and musty feel and smell usual to a dwelling no longer inhabited. Everywhere was a thick litter of discarded and ragged garments, old sea-boots, leaky oilskins -- all the worthless forecastle dunnage of a long voyage.
Synonyms for oilskins
Depending on context, synonyms include oilies.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include slicker, oily, oilcoat, oiler, sealskin, sailwear.
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