French Conversation · Level 97
60 words
French word
pourpoint
Pronunciation
IPA/puʁpwɛ̃/
Meaning
- masculine noundoublet
Example
Il porte un pourpoint pour travailler dehors en hiver.
He wears a doublet to work outside in winter.
More examples
J'ai trouvé un pourpoint dans le grenier de ma grand-mère.
I found a padded jacket in my grandmother's attic.
Core concept
A padded torso garment that forms a protective layer, like a quilted jacket built for warmth and cushioning.
Similar words
veste: A relatively light, open-front jacket with a collar.
doudoune: A puffy, lightweight insulated jacket for protection from the cold.
blouson: A short, open-front jacket often gathered at the hem and cuffs.
Definition in French
Vêtement rembourré qui couvre le tronc, porté pour conserver la chaleur ou amortir des chocs.
Word origin
The noun pourpoint developed in Old French from pourpoindre, meaning 'to stitch through', a reference to its quilted construction.
Usage tips
- Pourpoint is a historical or literary word, while modern French usually uses veste matelassée or doudoune for similar clothing.