topcoat
Definition
Noun: 1. A heavy outer coat worn over other clothing, especially in cold weather. A topcoat is a long, warm overcoat designed to be worn as the outermost layer of clothing to provide protection from winter conditions.
Usage
- A topcoat is typically worn over suits, dresses, or other indoor attire when going outside in cold weather.
- It is characterized by its substantial fabric (e.g., wool, cashmere) and length, which often extends to the mid-thigh or knee.
- It serves a primarily functional purpose of warmth but is also a formal or semi-formal garment.
Examples
- He brushed the snow from his topcoat before entering the building.
- For the formal evening event, she wore a elegant wool topcoat over her gown.
- A good topcoat is essential for surviving the harsh winters in this city.
Advanced Usage
- "To wear/take off one's topcoat": This phrase describes the basic action of putting on or removing this specific outer garment.
- The butler helped the guest take off his topcoat.
Variants and Related Words
- Overcoat: A very close synonym, often used interchangeably with "topcoat," though some consider an overcoat to be slightly longer or heavier.
- Greatcoat: A specific type of very heavy, long military-style overcoat.
Synonyms
- Overcoat
- Greatcoat
- Outercoat
Antonyms
- Undercoat
- Lining
Noun
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a heavy coat worn over clothes in winter
