overcoat
3 synonyms and 1 antonym for overcoat, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A heavy coat worn over other clothing for warmth outdoors.
Synonyms
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
A heavy coat worn over other clothing for warmth outdoors.
“He buttoned up his overcoat before stepping into the snow.”
2. noun
An outer protective layer, such as a final coat of paint.
“Wait 24 hours before applying an overcoat.”
Opposites
How to use overcoat
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
wool overcoat
wear an overcoat
button up an overcoat
Etymology
From over- + coat.
Full origin of overcoat →Frequently asked questions
What does “overcoat” mean?
The word “overcoat” means a heavy coat worn over other clothing for warmth outdoors. In plain terms, a heavy outer coat worn on top of everything else, usually for cold weather.
How do you pronounce “overcoat”?
“Overcoat” is pronounced OH-vuh-koht (/ˈoʊvɚkoʊt/ in IPA).
How do you use “overcoat” in a sentence?
Here is “overcoat” used in a sentence: “He buttoned up his overcoat before stepping into the snow.”
What part of speech is “overcoat”?
“Overcoat” is a noun.
How many meanings does “overcoat” have?
“Overcoat” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a heavy coat worn over other clothing for warmth outdoors.
