parka
noun/ˈpɑrkə/
Frequency rank: #16,318 most common English word
Meaning
A thick, hooded jacket or coat designed to protect against cold and harsh weather.
Example sentence
She pulled her parka tightly around her shoulders to stay warm in the blizzard.
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