raglan

noun

rag·​lan ˈra-glən How to pronounce raglan (audio)
: a loose overcoat with raglan sleeves

Examples of raglan in a Sentence

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Other strong elements were double-breasted coats with raglan shoulders; cropped bombers with graphic stitching, and the collarless jacket with rounded hems. Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 17 Jan. 2026 The raglan design stretches all the way down the side of the sleeves and holds its shape, so the oversized fit doesn’t look sloppy. Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 16 Jan. 2026 Sleeve Raglan Shirt: $27.95 Cozy up on your couch in this 100% cotton raglan t-shirt featuring the iconic Fox Nation logo. Nora Colomer, Fox News, 7 Oct. 2024 Also seen: Bell coats in a raglan trench style, workwear utility references in cropped sport jackets with oversized patch pockets paired with a pleated skirt, as well as a navy tuxedo option with overly wide peak lapels. Luis Campuzano, WWD, 8 Sep. 2024 See All Example Sentences for raglan

Word History

Etymology

F. J. H. Somerset, Baron Raglan †1855 British field marshal

First Known Use

1857, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of raglan was in 1857

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“Raglan.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/raglan. Accessed 25 Jan. 2026.

Biographical Definition

Raglan

biographical name

Rag·​lan ˈra-glən How to pronounce Raglan (audio)
1st Baron 1788–1855 FitzRoy James Henry Somerset British field marshal
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