a heavy military boot made of glossy black leather extending above the knee and worn especially during the 17th and 18th centuries; a laceless military boot reaching to the calf
                                                            
                                                     
                        
                                                
                        
                        
                            Over-knee high riding boot with square toes and a low heel, made from stiff leather.
                                                            
                                                     
                        
                                                
                        
                        
                            A jackboot is a type of combat boot that reaches mid-calf, has no laces, and typically has a leather sole with hobnails and heel irons.