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ˈgreɪtˌkoʊtgreat·coat

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Princeton's WordNet

  1. greatcoat, overcoat, topcoatnoun

    a heavy coat worn over clothes in winter

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  1. greatcoatnoun

    A heavy overcoat.

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  1. Greatcoat

    A greatcoat (also watchcoat) is a large, woollen overcoat designed for warmth and protection against wind and weather, and features a collar that can be turned up and cuffs that can be turned down to protect the face and the hands, whilst the short rain-cape at the shoulders protects from the wind and repels rain. In the 19th century, the 'watchcoat' was part of a soldier's military uniform, to be worn whilst on watch (guard duty), hence the term watchcoat.The drape of the greatcoat reached to below the knee of the wearer, the short cape drapes to the elbow, and the capacious external pockets allow the wearer to carry dry food and other items; an example is the Petersham coat, named after Viscount Petersham. In the fashion of the Regency era (1795–1837) a greatcoat might feature several short capes, usually designed, cut, and tailored to the specifications of fit and aesthetic taste of a dandy.

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  1. greatcoat

    A greatcoat is a long, heavy, traditionally woolen overcoat typically designed for warmth and protection against harsh weather during winter. It often features a double-breasted design and may have large buttons or added elements like belts or epaulettes. It was commonly worn by military personnel but is also used for civilian wear.

Webster Dictionary

  1. Greatcoatnoun

    an overcoat

Wikidata

  1. Greatcoat

    A greatcoat, also known as a watchcoat, is a large overcoat typically made of wool designed for warmth and protection against the weather. Its collar and cuffs can be turned out to protect the face and hands from cold and rain, and the short cape around the shoulders provides extra warmth and repels rainwater. It was popular in the 19th century as a military uniform and casual wear for the wealthy, and is still issued for inclement weather by many armed forces around the world. During the 17th and 18th centuries and the Industrial Revolution, greatcoats became available for all social classes. The coat generally hangs down below the knees and the cape is kept short, normally just above or below the elbows. It also sports deep pockets for keeping letters and food dry. It is typically coloured grey, though other colours may be used. One type of greatcoat is the Petersham.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of Greatcoat in Chaldean Numerology is: 3

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of Greatcoat in Pythagorean Numerology is: 9

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