raincoat

noun

rain·​coat ˈrān-ˌkōt How to pronounce raincoat (audio)
Synonyms of raincoatnext
: a waterproof or water-resistant coat

Examples of raincoat in a Sentence

I grabbed my umbrella and raincoat before going out in the thunderstorm.
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The trench doubles as a raincoat and features a detachable hood to keep your hair safe and sound on drizzly days. Annie Blackman, InStyle, 8 Feb. 2026 But while British sleuths wear raincoats or umbrellas, Erica is more suited for a beautiful French scarf. Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 19 Jan. 2026 Nylon raincoats can go longer, perhaps once a month or every two months, depending on the frequency of use. Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 14 Jan. 2026 If beachcombing or tide pooling strikes your fancy, there’s a set of Helly Hansen raincoats, waterproof pants, and umbrellas in the closet. Jennie Nunn, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for raincoat

Word History

First Known Use

1830, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of raincoat was in 1830

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“Raincoat.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/raincoat. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.

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raincoat

noun
rain·​coat ˈrān-ˌkōt How to pronounce raincoat (audio)
: a coat of waterproof or water-resistant material

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