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Mess jackets

Scope note

Men's close-fitting, formal or semiformal jackets extending to the waistline and partially or fully open at the front. Originally part of military uniforms, now worn by civilians as well.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000209892

Broader Terms used

jackets

Equivalent Terms used

mess jacket

Created

13yrs ago

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