Doublet

/dˈʌblət/

[noun]

Doublet

[NOUN]

a man's snug-fitting jacket, originating in the 14th century, that is worn over a shirt and underneath a coat

What is a "doublet"?

A doublet is a fitted men's jacket that originated in Europe in the 14th century. It was worn over a shirt and usually reached to the hips or mid-thigh. Doublets were often made of rich fabrics such as silk, velvet, or brocade, and were adorned with elaborate decorations such as embroidery, jewels, or gold trim. Doublets had a wide range of styles and designs, ranging from simple and practical to highly decorative and ornate, depending on the wearer's social status and the occasion for which it was worn. Doublets were a popular garment among aristocrats and nobles and were commonly worn as part of formal attire or for courtly events.

a roll of two dice that show the same number

Examples

1. The doublet makes me think of a coverlet on the vast bed.

2. They emit these doublets in areas where they can’t find the exact location of potential meals.

3. You are probably familiar with the Holbein portraits of Henry standing, arms on hips, gigantic shoulders padded out with his doublet.

4. For instance, white collars and cuffs would creep out from beneath doublets.

Nearby words

double-decker

double-breasted suit

double-breasted jacket