watchcoat

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. Synonym of greatcoat.

Word forms

watchcoat watchcoats watch-coat

Etymology

From watch + coat; named for use while standing watch as a sailor, soldier, or police officer.

Synonyms

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