mackinaw

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A noun referring to a short woolen plaid coat or a heavy woolen cloth historically used in the United States; also denotes a thick plaid blanket or a flat-bottomed boat associated with the Upper Great Lakes.

1. Plaid wool coatC1formalamerican

   A short, heavy coat made of thick woolen material, typically with a plaid pattern, originally worn by lumberjacks and outdoorsmen.

   معطف صوفي بنقشة المربعات

   • He wore a warm mackinaw to protect against the bitter winter wind.
   • The lumberjack's mackinaw was stained with pine sap and sawdust.
   • She bought a vintage mackinaw at the thrift store for its classic plaid design.

2. Thick plaid blanketC1formalamerican

   A heavy woolen blanket, often with a plaid pattern, historically used by travelers and settlers in the northwestern United States.

   بطانية صوفية سميكة بنقشة مربعات

   • The pioneers wrapped themselves in a mackinaw to stay warm during the long journey.
   • He spread the mackinaw on the ground for a picnic by the lake.
   • The old mackinaw was passed down through generations as a family heirloom.

3. C2formalamerican

   A type of flat-bottomed boat used for transportation and fishing on the upper Great Lakes, known for its stability in shallow waters.

   ماكيناو (قارب)

   • The fishermen used a mackinaw to navigate the shallow bays of Lake Michigan.
   • They loaded supplies onto the mackinaw for the trip across the lake.
   • The old mackinaw was docked at the harbor, its hull weathered by years of use.

4. Heavy woolen clothC2formalamerican

   A thick, heavily napped and felted woolen fabric, often with a plaid design, used for making coats and blankets.

   صوف مكينو

   • The tailor recommended mackinaw cloth for its durability and warmth.
   • She sewed a winter coat from a bolt of mackinaw fabric.
   • The mackinaw material was so dense that it repelled water and wind.