raincoat

noun

rain·​coat ˈrān-ˌkōt How to pronounce raincoat (audio)
: a waterproof or water-resistant coat

Examples of raincoat in a Sentence

I grabbed my umbrella and raincoat before going out in the thunderstorm.
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Seattleites are trading raincoats for sunglasses as blue skies break through the usual January gloom, paving the way for one of the driest starts to the year on record. Christine Clarridge, Axios, 22 Jan. 2025 On Hermès’ website, customers can browse luxury goods like a $1,025 men’s belt or a $910 chihuahua-sized raincoat (those fit for larger canines cost more). Emily Mahoney, Miami Herald, 12 Feb. 2025 The company launched women’s four months ago, including blazers, dresses, trousers, overcoats, raincoats. Rosemary Feitelberg, WWD, 20 Jan. 2025 Pack sunglasses, sunscreen and a raincoat or umbrella for outdoor activities, and entertainment when traveling with kids. Nathan Diller, USA TODAY, 2 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for raincoat

Word History

First Known Use

1830, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of raincoat was in 1830

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“Raincoat.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/raincoat. Accessed 11 Mar. 2025.

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raincoat

noun
rain·​coat ˈrān-ˌkōt How to pronounce raincoat (audio)
: a coat of waterproof or water-resistant material

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