frock coat

American  

noun

1. a man's close-fitting, knee-length coat, single-breasted or double-breasted and with a vent in the back.

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frock coat British  

noun

1. a man's single- or double-breasted skirted coat, as worn in the 19th century

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Etymology

Origin of frock coat

First recorded in 1735–45

Example Sentences

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frock coat

He was popularized by 1980s pop star Adam Ant, who donned a frock coat and tricorn hat and had a hit with Turpin’s famous slogan, “Stand and Deliver.”

From Seattle Times ● Feb. 28, 2024

In 1937, a man in a top hat and frock coat had formally begun the demolition of 17, Bruton Street and many of its neighbouring buildings stretching around the corner into Berkeley Square.

From BBC ● Dec. 28, 2021

They wore plain khaki uniforms without ties, in sharp contrast to Shigemitsu’s top hat and frock coat.

From Washington Post ● Aug. 24, 2020

The frock coat came off early but the intensity just kept on growing.

From The Guardian ● Oct. 25, 2018

The lady wore an old-fashioned frock coat and her long black dress swished back and forth like a church bell.

From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton