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Clothing

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Browse definitions, examples, and related concepts for 50 clothing terms commonly used in camping and backpacking.

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Term Definition
approach shoes Shoes designed for hiking and climbing, providing grip and support on rocky...
base layer The first layer of clothing worn next to the skin, designed to wick away...
boot glissade A controlled slide down a snow-covered slope using the boots as a braking...
boot packing The act of compacting snow by walking or stomping with boots, often to create...
boot path A faint, unofficial trail created by hikers walking through a specific area...
boots Footwear that covers the foot and extends up the leg, typically made of...
boot ski The act of sliding down a snow-covered slope in a controlled manner using...
boot sliding The act of descending a slope, often covered in snow or loose scree, by...

anorak

noun

A waterproof, hooded, pull-over jacket. Its zipper doesn’t extend from the jacket’s top to bottom, which helps the...

approach shoes

noun

Shoes designed for hiking and climbing, providing grip and support on rocky terrain.

base layer

noun

The first layer of clothing worn next to the skin, designed to wick away moisture, regulate body temperature, and...

boot glissade

noun

A controlled slide down a snow-covered slope using the boots as a braking mechanism.

boot packing

verb

The act of compacting snow by walking or stomping with boots, often to create a supportive surface for skiing or...

boot path

noun

A faint, unofficial trail created by hikers walking through a specific area repeatedly.

boots

noun

Footwear that covers the foot and extends up the leg, typically made of leather or rubber.

boot ski

verb

The act of sliding down a snow-covered slope in a controlled manner using one’s boots instead of skis or a snowboard.

boot sliding

verb

The act of descending a slope, often covered in snow or loose scree, by sliding on the soles of one’s boots, usually...

bug jacket

noun

A jacket made from an airy bug-proof mesh that prevents small bugs (e.g., no-see-ums) from getting in.

down jacket

noun

A warm, insulating jacket filled with down feathers, often used in cold weather or high-altitude environments.

down layer

noun

A layer of clothing filled with down feathers, typically worn for warmth in extremely cold weather.

dyneema composite fabric (DCF)

noun

An ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene fiber known for its high strength, light weight, and resistance to...

first layer

noun

The base layer of clothing worn next to the skin, designed to wick moisture away and regulate body temperature during...

fleece

noun

A soft, insulating fabric made from synthetic materials, often used for jackets, vests, and other clothing items to...

fleece layer

noun

A layer of clothing made from fleece material, typically worn for warmth in cold weather.

gaiters

noun

Protective garments that fit over hiking boots. By covering the area between the ankle and mid-calf (some are...

hardshell jacket

noun

A type of outer garment that protects the wearer from outside elements. These thin-layered jackets are often part of...

hiking boots

noun

Footwear designed specifically for hiking, providing support, traction, and protection for the feet and ankles.

hiking shoes

noun

Footwear specifically designed for hiking, offering support, traction, and protection for the feet while walking on...

insulated jacket

noun

A jacket designed with insulation materials to trap body heat and provide warmth in cold conditions.

insulating layer

noun

A layer of clothing worn to provide warmth by trapping body heat, typically made of insulating materials such as...

layering system

noun

A clothing strategy that uses multiple layers to regulate body temperature and adapt to changing weather conditions.

long underwear

noun

Close-fitting, insulating garments worn under clothing to provide warmth and moisture-wicking during outdoor...

Merino

noun

A type of wool sourced from Merino sheep, valued for its softness, breathability, and moisture-wicking properties,...

merino wool

noun

A type of high-quality, fine wool obtained from Merino sheep, known for its softness, breathability, and natural...

microfleece

noun

A lightweight, synthetic fabric made from polyester, known for its warmth, breathability, and moisture-wicking...

middle layer

noun

A layer of clothing worn between the base layer and outer layer, designed to provide insulation and retain body heat...

mid-layer

noun

A layer of clothing worn between the base layer and outer layer to provide insulation and regulate body temperature...

neck gaiter

noun

A versatile, tubular piece of fabric worn around the neck for warmth, sun protection, or as a face covering.

next-to-skin layer

noun

The clothing layer worn directly against the skin, usually designed to manage moisture and provide comfort.

outdoor clothing

noun

Clothing designed for use in outdoor activities, often made from durable, weather-resistant fabrics.

outdoor fabrics

noun

Fabrics designed for use in outdoor clothing and gear, often made from durable, weather-resistant materials.

outer layer

noun

The outermost layer of clothing worn to protect against wind, rain, and other elements during outdoor activities.

outerwear

noun

Clothing designed to be worn outdoors.

polar fleece

noun

A synthetic fabric made of polyester, designed to provide warmth and insulation, often used in outdoor clothing.

puffy jacket

noun

A lightweight, insulated jacket designed to provide warmth and often filled with down or synthetic insulation.

shell layer

noun

The outermost layer of clothing worn by hikers, designed to protect against wind, rain, and snow.

shoes

noun

Footwear that covers the foot and part of the ankle.

shoe spikes

noun

Attachments for footwear that provide added traction on ice or snow by featuring metal spikes or cleats.

snowshoeing

noun

The act of walking or hiking on snow using snowshoes.

snowshoes

noun

Footwear attachments designed to distribute a person’s weight over a larger surface area, allowing them to walk on...

softshell jacket

noun

A type of outer garment or mid-layer that protects the wearer from outside elements. Softshell jackets are packable...

synthetic fabrics

noun

Man-made materials, such as polyester or nylon, often used in outdoor clothing and gear for their durability,...

synthetic jacket

noun

A jacket made from man-made materials as opposed to natural fibers.

thermal layer

noun

A layer of clothing designed to provide insulation and warmth, often made from materials that trap body heat.

thermal underwear

noun

A type of close-fitting, insulating clothing worn as a base layer to retain body heat in cold conditions.

waterproof boots

noun

Boots that are made with materials that prevent water from entering and keep the feet dry.

waterproof shoes

noun

Shoes that are designed to prevent water from entering and keep the feet dry.

work gloves

noun

Gloves designed to protect the hands while performing manual labor.
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