trench coat

noun

1

: a usually double-breasted raincoat with deep pockets, wide belt, and often straps on the shoulders

2

: a waterproof overcoat with a removable lining designed for wear in trenches

Examples of trench coat in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Yes, that same Mason from the premiere who Ge-Z stared Daisy into giving up a leather trench coat. — Brian Moylan, Vulture, 21 Oct. 2026

During Paris Fashion Week, one chic showgoer proved the point, keeping things traditional with a khaki trench coat, simple black pencil skirt, and gray cashmere tee. — Laura Jackson, Vogue, 20 Oct. 2026

Cue the depressing rain, dark trench coats, and a dire dystopian dirge because the Blade Runner 2099 trailer is here! — Jeff Spry, Space.com, 19 Oct. 2026

This lightweight sweater looks cute on its own or under a trench coat or suede jacket in cooler weather. — Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 17 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1914, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Rhymes for trench coat

• afloat
• azote
• banknote
• bareboat
• benzoate
• connote
• cutthroat
• demote
• denote
• devote
• endnote
• footnote

Kids Definition

trench coat

noun

: a loose double-breasted raincoat with deep pockets, belt, and straps on the shoulders