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coat

/kəʊt/

noun

Meaning

  • An outer garment covering the upper torso and arms.Wp

  • A covering of material, such as paint.Wp

  • The fur or feathers covering an animal's skin.Wp

    "When the dog shed its coat, it left hair all over the furniture and the carpet."

  • Canvas painted with thick tar and secured round a mast or bowsprit to prevent water running down the sides into the hold (now made of rubber or leather).

  • A petticoat.

  • The habit or vesture of an order of men, indicating the order or office; cloth.

  • A coat of arms.Wp

  • A coat card.

verb

Meaning

  • To cover with a coating of some material.

    "The frying pan was coated with a layer of non-stick material, making it easier to wash."

  • To cover like a coat.

  • To clothe.