often attributive
1
a
: an outer garment worn on the upper body and varying in length and style according to fashion and use
b
: something resembling a coat
2
: the external growth on an animal
3
: a layer of one substance covering another
a coat of paint
coatless
adjective
coated; coating; coats
1
: to cover with a coat
2
: to cover or spread with a finishing, protecting, or enclosing layer
coater
noun
Synonyms
Examples of coat in a Sentence
Noun
She put on her coat, hat, and gloves, and then she went outside.
He was wearing a coat and tie.
The dog has a thick coat.
The house needed three coats to cover the original paint.
Verb
Rock dust coated his hair.
My shoes are coated with mud.
Coat the chicken with flour.
Recent Examples on the Web
Eve Peyser, The Verge, 18 Apr. 2024
And some wrists were Tony Bennet-hairy, such that by comparison my left wrist appeared lightly dusted with a longish tricolored coat of brown, strawberry and gray fleece.
—Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 18 Apr. 2024
If video games were cars, think of a remaster as a fresh coat of paint, a remake as a brand-new engine, and a reboot as a totally new look and vibe but sporting the same name.
—Alyssa Mercante, Quartz, 17 Apr. 2024
Sea otters have long been beloved for their fuzzy coats and rambunctious personalities, but when a video of two sea otters holding paws while sleeping at the Vancouver Aquarium went viral in 2007, people around the world began to associate this heart-warming image with otters.
—Lily Carey, Discover Magazine, 16 Apr. 2024
Throughout the centuries, the Time Lord has adopted some, ahem, eccentric looks, ranging from Tom Baker’s iconic striped scarf to Colin Baker’s flamboyant patchwork coat.
—EW.com, 16 Apr. 2024
For this story, Cai spoke with proud pet parents about their favorite dog raincoats, taking into consideration the price, size range, and quality of each coat.
—Cai Cramer, Peoplemag, 15 Apr. 2024
Or wear them with a pair of jeans with a light coat layered over your top.
—Essence, 8 Apr. 2024
Another woman in red lipstick, clad in a seafoam coat keeps a brisk pace with her dog along 49th Street.
—John Tufts, The Indianapolis Star, 8 Apr. 2024
Steve Bender, Southern Living, 9 Apr. 2024
The frame is coated with Line-X, the same material used in truck bed liners.
—Sean Evans, Robb Report, 9 Apr. 2024
Eclipses aren't known for shedding solar particles or moon dust that drifts down to coat us.
—The Arizona Republic, 7 Apr. 2024
Types of wallpaper Vinyl Coated Paper − this wallpaper has a paper substrate on which the decorative surface has been sprayed or coated with an acrylic type vinyl or polyvinyl chloride (PVC).
—Randy Tucker, The Enquirer, 4 Apr. 2024
Vegan, sugar coated, no artificial flavors or colors, and simple ingredients make this gummy option a clear winner compared to other gummies on the market.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2024
What’s important to keep in mind is that this is technically a lash tint, designed to coat and define lashes rather than volumize and lengthen like your typical mascara.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 1 Apr. 2024
The thick milk is spiked with a bit of sriracha to serve as the base before coating with the crunchy panko topping.
—Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Mar. 2024
These cookie sheets are not coated and should be hand washed for best care.
—Molly Allen, Southern Living, 27 Mar. 2024
Noun
Okay, press that play button one more time, but now, imagine the bot with a healthy coat of brightly colored fur, Furby-style.
—Eve Peyser, The Verge, 18 Apr. 2024
And some wrists were Tony Bennet-hairy, such that by comparison my left wrist appeared lightly dusted with a longish tricolored coat of brown, strawberry and gray fleece.
—Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 18 Apr. 2024
If video games were cars, think of a remaster as a fresh coat of paint, a remake as a brand-new engine, and a reboot as a totally new look and vibe but sporting the same name.
—Alyssa Mercante, Quartz, 17 Apr. 2024
Sea otters have long been beloved for their fuzzy coats and rambunctious personalities, but when a video of two sea otters holding paws while sleeping at the Vancouver Aquarium went viral in 2007, people around the world began to associate this heart-warming image with otters.
—Lily Carey, Discover Magazine, 16 Apr. 2024
Throughout the centuries, the Time Lord has adopted some, ahem, eccentric looks, ranging from Tom Baker’s iconic striped scarf to Colin Baker’s flamboyant patchwork coat.
—EW.com, 16 Apr. 2024
For this story, Cai spoke with proud pet parents about their favorite dog raincoats, taking into consideration the price, size range, and quality of each coat.
—Cai Cramer, Peoplemag, 15 Apr. 2024
Or wear them with a pair of jeans with a light coat layered over your top.
—Essence, 8 Apr. 2024
Another woman in red lipstick, clad in a seafoam coat keeps a brisk pace with her dog along 49th Street.
—John Tufts, The Indianapolis Star, 8 Apr. 2024
Verb
Considered an invasive plant in some regions, Sweet Alyssum will coat your landscape with beautiful, honey-smelling flowers.
—Steve Bender, Southern Living, 9 Apr. 2024
The frame is coated with Line-X, the same material used in truck bed liners.
—Sean Evans, Robb Report, 9 Apr. 2024
Eclipses aren't known for shedding solar particles or moon dust that drifts down to coat us.
—The Arizona Republic, 7 Apr. 2024
Types of wallpaper Vinyl Coated Paper − this wallpaper has a paper substrate on which the decorative surface has been sprayed or coated with an acrylic type vinyl or polyvinyl chloride (PVC).
—Randy Tucker, The Enquirer, 4 Apr. 2024
Vegan, sugar coated, no artificial flavors or colors, and simple ingredients make this gummy option a clear winner compared to other gummies on the market.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2024
What’s important to keep in mind is that this is technically a lash tint, designed to coat and define lashes rather than volumize and lengthen like your typical mascara.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 1 Apr. 2024
The thick milk is spiked with a bit of sriracha to serve as the base before coating with the crunchy panko topping.
—Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Mar. 2024
These cookie sheets are not coated and should be hand washed for best care.
—Molly Allen, Southern Living, 27 Mar. 2024
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“Coat.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/coat. Accessed 24 Apr. 2024.
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coat
noun1
: the external growth on an animal
2
: a layer of one substance covering or lining another
especially
: one covering or lining an organ
the coat of the eyeball
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