Synonyms for

Coat

Verb / kəʊt / Another word for coat — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a piece of clothing worn on the upper body, often outdoors and made of wool or other warm material

Synonyms & similar words

pelage coating surface cake jacket outerwear overcoat parka blazer raincoat windbreaker peacoat wrap shawl cloak mantle robe garment vest cardigan sweater pullover jersey hoodie

Synonyms by register

Formal

garment apparel outerwear covering

Informal

jacket parka windbreaker anorak

Literary

mantle robe vestment

Antonyms

bare naked unclothed uncovered undressed stripped

Common collocations

  • winter coat
  • rain coat
  • fur coat
  • light coat
  • long coat
  • short coat
  • trench coat
  • overcoat

Word family

noun coat
verb coat

Usage note

As a noun, 'coat' refers to an outer garment worn for warmth or fashion. As a verb, it means to cover a surface with a layer of something.

Example sentences

  1. My coat is too big for me.
  2. I need a new coat for the winter.
  3. My mom sewed a button on my coat.
  4. I hung my coat on the hook.
  5. The coat is soft and warm.

Quotes

  • A coat is a garment worn by everyone but tailored to suit no one.
  • A coat is a thing that you put on when you can't afford to buy a new dress.
  • A coat should be loose enough to wear a sweater under it.

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