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

As for outerwear, a leather jacket will give the look some edge, while a tan trench coat reads more editorial. — Anna Moeslein, Glamour, 23 Sep. 2026

Take his spin on the classic trench coat—a transitional favorite. — Minty Mellon, Vogue, 22 Sep. 2026

Her pointed-toe heels adorned with a cute bow felt very ‘90s; the red buttons on her trench coat match her Chanel clutch. — Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 19 Sep. 2026

On Thursday, while on a royal visit to the Isle of Bute in Scotland, Kate donned a chic chocolate brown trench coat, layered over a green turtleneck sweater and paired with a green tweed newsboy cap. — ABC News, 18 Sep. 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