outershell

English

Etymology

Compound of outer +‎ shell.

Noun

outershell (plural outershells)

1. (rare) A protective cover or layer (especially referring to an item of clothing).
   • 1993, Jeff Bennett, Rafting!: The Complete Guide to Whitewater Rafting Techniques and Equipment, Portland, O.R.: Swiftwater Publishing Company, →ISBN, page 201:

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

   • 2004, Richard I'Anson, Travel Photography: A Guide to Taking Better Pictures, 2nd edition, Melbourne, Victoria, Oakland, C.A.: Lonely Planet, →ISBN, page 134:

     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.

   • 2015, Jason Mark, Satellites in the High Country: Searching for the Wild in the Age of Man, Washington, D.C., Covelo, C.A., London: Island Press, →ISBN, page 201:

     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.