brunch coat
Definition
Noun: A brunch coat is a woman's short, informal robe or housecoat, typically worn at home during the morning or early afternoon. It is designed for comfort and ease, often used before getting fully dressed for the day.
Usage
A brunch coat is a specific type of loungewear. It is worn casually at home, often over nightwear, for activities like having breakfast or brunch, reading, or relaxing. * She came downstairs in her brunch coat to have a cup of coffee. * The silk brunch coat was her favorite piece of loungewear.
Advanced Usage
- The term evokes a mid-20th century domestic aesthetic, often associated with leisurely mornings.
- It is less common in modern everyday vocabulary, with terms like "robe," "housecoat," or "kimono" being more frequently used.
Variants and Related Words
- Housecoat (n): A more general term for a casual, often full-length, robe worn at home.
- Wrapper (n): An older or more formal term for a loose robe or negligee.
- Robe (n): A broad term for a loose outer garment, which can be for lounging, bathing, or ceremonial purposes.
- Dressing Gown (n): A similar garment, often implying something slightly more substantial or formal than a brunch coat.
Synonyms
- Morning coat (in the context of loungewear)
- Negligee (though this often implies a more delicate, decorative garment)
- Lounging robe
Antonyms
- Evening gown
- Business suit
- Outerwear
Noun
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a woman's short housecoat or wrapper
