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raincoat

American  
[reyn-koht] / ˈreɪnˌkoʊt /

noun

  1. a waterproof or water-repellent coat worn as protection against rain.

raincoat British  
/ ˈreɪnˌkəʊt /

noun

  1. a coat made of a waterproof material

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Etymology

Origin of raincoat

An Americanism dating back to 1820–30; rain + coat

Example Sentences

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She was wearing a raincoat made of clear flower petals, but she still wore her favorite Coney Island T-shirt.

From Literature

He’s leaning against the truck with CPU, all decked out in a bright yellow raincoat, even though it’s barely misting outside.

From Literature

As we pass, an older lady in a clear plastic raincoat picks through the display of wilted lettuce.

From Literature

Distinct from many of the other items which will be displayed, is a clear plastic raincoat from the 1960s.

From BBC

The Colombian American soulstress has played many roles in her songs: a baddie, a psychic, a woman adrift at sea in a yellow raincoat.

From Los Angeles Times

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