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Lederjacke

leather jacket

noun LAY-der-yah-keh Rare

Usage Note

Lederjacke is a jacket made of leather, associated with biker, rocker, or casual style. Quality Lederjacken are considered a long-term wardrobe investment in Germany. Vegan alternatives are sold as Kunstlederjacke (faux leather jacket) or vegane Jacke.

Examples

"Die schwarze Lederjacke ihres Vaters hing noch nach dreißig Jahren im Schrank."

Natural Translation

Her father's black leather jacket was still in the wardrobe after thirty years.

Literal Translation

The black leather-jacket of her father hung still after thirty years in the wardrobe.

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