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overcoat

3 synonyms and 0 antonyms 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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topcoat greatcoat overcoating

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.

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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.

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