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flak jacket
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flak jacket
(noun)
flak jacket
noun
plural
flak jackets
flak jacket
noun
plural
flak jackets
Britannica Dictionary definition of FLAK JACKET
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a special jacket that is worn by soldiers, police officers, etc., for protection against flak or bullets
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called also
flak vest
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