what is an anorak

An anorak is a type of coat or jacket that has a hood, often lined with fur or faux fur, and is typically made from weather-resistant fabric. It is a staple of Inuit clothing, traditionally made from caribou or seal skin, for hunting and kayaking in the frigid Arctic. Anoraks are characterized as waterproof, hooded, pull-over jackets without a front opening, and sometimes have drawstrings at the waist and cuffs. They are different from parkas, which are hip-length cold-weather coats, typically stuffed with down or very warm synthetic fiber, and with a fur-lined hood. Anoraks can be stuffed with down and synthetics, or lack any insulation and simply act as a water-resistant layer. The word "anorak" comes from the Greenlandic (Kalaallisut) word "annoraaq," which translates roughly to "wind". In British slang, "anorak" refers to a person who has a very strong interest, perhaps obsessive, in niche subjects).