Meaning of outershell | Babel Free

Definitions

A protective cover or layer (especially referring to an item of clothing).

rare

Examples

“Try trimming extra clothing by using layers of polypropylene clothing and waterproof outershells.”

“Some camera bags have an outershell built in for protection against wet weather. If yours doesn't, a large plastic bag is easily carried and will do the job.”

“I found myself suddenly self-conscious about my modern gear—my polyester long johns and camp sandals, my Patagonia outershell and wool cap. I felt kind of like a faker.”

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