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

Examples of trench coat in a Sentence

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Domingo opted for a bold head-to-toe Versace look paired with a black leather trench coat and studded gloves. Rachel Flynn, People.com, 24 Feb. 2025 Topping your flowy dress with a roomy trench coat and the addition of an elegant timepiece to your wrist completes your outfit that means business and less flower child for a day’s busy schedule. Adam Mansuroglu, WWD, 24 Feb. 2025 Emily Ratajkowski is constantly papped wearing hers, favoring the neutral colorways and pairing them with trench coats, wide-leg trousers and some wired earphones. Georgia Trodd, Glamour, 21 Feb. 2025 Winnie matched the decor in a red blouse and pants, topped with a red trench coat. Jessica Bennett, VIBE.com, 18 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for trench coat

Word History

First Known Use

1914, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Time Traveler
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 4 Mar. 2025.

Kids Definition

trench coat

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

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