(1):
(n.) In ordnance, a strengthening band surrounding and reenforcing the tube in which the charge is fired.
(2):
(n.) A short upper garment, extending downward to the hips; a short coat without skirts.
(3):
(n.) An outer covering for anything, esp. a covering of some nonconducting material such as wood or felt, used to prevent radiation of heat, as from a steam boiler, cylinder, pipe, etc.
(4):
(n.) A garment resembling a waistcoat lined with cork, to serve as a life preserver; - called also cork jacket.
(5):
(v. t.) To put a jacket on; to furnish, as a boiler, with a jacket.
(6):
(v. t.) To thrash; to beat.