trench coat

noun

1
: a usually double-breasted raincoat with deep pockets, wide belt, and often straps on the shoulders
2
: a waterproof overcoat with a removable lining designed for wear in trenches

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The pregnant actress, 34, was spotted in a chic fall outfit of a trench coat and slip dress while out and about with her husband Cooke Maroney in a rainy New York City on Tuesday, Nov. 26. Escher Walcott, People.com, 27 Nov. 2024 Instead, Lawrence wore an open white trench coat, which revealed a loose-fitting black-and-yellow houndstooth boatneck midi dress, which cradled her baby bump. Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 26 Nov. 2024 In the second look, Shayk wore a trench coat with a matching gray underwear set underneath. Janelle Ash, Fox News, 15 Oct. 2024 The first suggests Moncler, the Italian winter wear giant, is eyeing a takeover of Burberry, the British fashion house known for its striped trench coats. Prarthana Prakash, Fortune Europe, 5 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for trench coat 

Word History

First Known Use

1914, in the meaning defined at sense 2

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The first known use of trench coat was in 1914

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“Trench coat.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/trench%20coat. Accessed 2 Dec. 2024.

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trench coat

noun
: a loose double-breasted raincoat with deep pockets, belt, and straps on the shoulders

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