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

Models marched around a giant mound in the middle of the room in leather trench coats, militaristic jackets, shorts cut like briefs, and monochrome combat uniforms in shades of bone, charcoal, black, and red. — Maxwell Adler, Vanity Fair, 5 Nov. 2026

This camel brown trench coat most closely resembles Clooney’s seasonal layer. — Jessie Quinn, PEOPLE, 5 Nov. 2026

Attendees formed a circle around the white dome structure as models donned black military-style garb, including combat boots, trench coats and leather jackets. — Michael Saponara, Billboard, 5 Nov. 2026

Layer the mid-weight Wyeysyt Rugby Polo Sweater over a crisp button-down to add some texture to your outfit, or pair it with a mini skirt, knee-high boots, and a lightweight trench coat on cool days. — Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 1 Nov. 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