Synonyms of coats

coats 1 of 2

noun

plural of coat

as in wools

the hairy covering of a mammal especially when fine, soft, and thick

a poodle's coat is often extremely curly

Synonyms & Similar Words

• wools
• hairs
• jackets
• furs
• fleeces
• piles
• pelages
• pelts
• undercoats
• skins
• leathers
• hides
• underfurs

coats

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of coat

as in blankets

to form a layer over

thicken the sauce until it will coat the back of a spoon

Synonyms & Similar Words

• blankets
• covers
• sheets
• carpets
• overlays
• wraps
• clothes
• overspreads
• overlies
• shawls
• mantles
• curtains
• cloaks
• envelops
• circles
• encircles
• veils
• shrouds
• enrobes
• enwraps
• encloses
• enshrouds
• encompasses
• enswathes
• swathes

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of coats

Noun

Marie Claire identifies high-collar outerwear as a defining trend of the season, spanning leather jackets, trenches, wool coats and sporty styles. — Lauren Schuster, Kansas City Star, 30 Sep. 2026

Marie Claire calls high-collar outerwear a defining trend of fall 2026, spanning funnel-neck leather jackets, trenches, wool coats and sporty styles. — Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 30 Sep. 2026

While the polyester fabric isn’t ideal, I was impressed by the coat’s thickness and weight, which gave it a more luxurious feel than typical poly-blend coats. — Irene Richardson, InStyle, 29 Sep. 2026

As September draws to a close and attention turns toward coats and knitwear, Lopez is thinking about bare skin, salt water, and disappearing somewhere with very little on the agenda. — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 28 Sep. 2026

Its slightly slouchy fit layers well over tank tops or long-sleeve shirts for extra warmth, while its lightweight texture won’t feel bulky under jackets or coats. — Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 25 Sep. 2026

Devout Catholic soldiers in blue coats and knee-breeches make the sign of the cross, invoking divine protection while performing this dangerous task. — Tracey Teo, AJC.com, 24 Sep. 2026

Older Marni dressers may feel more at home today in the collection's short-haired goat fur coats, which could appeal to any age, if not every pocketbook. — ABC News, 24 Sep. 2026

Among the new styles featured in the 19-piece collection, coats, hoodies and fleece wide-leg sweatpants act as wintertime essentials. — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 23 Sep. 2026

Verb

The plush, balm-meets-mask formula coats lips in a comforting layer that keeps moisture from escaping overnight, with hyaluronic acid, minerals, and antioxidant-rich Berry Mix Complex helping soften dry, flaky skin. — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 6 Oct. 2026

Cook, tossing and adding more pasta cooking liquid a little at a time as needed, until sauce lightly coats pasta, about 2 minutes. — Carla Lalli Music, Bon Appetit Magazine, 21 Sep. 2026

Gradually whisk in chicken broth; cook, stirring constantly, until mixture coats the back of a spoon, 1 to 2 minutes. — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 17 Sep. 2026

Bring to a boil over medium-high heat for 2 to 3 minutes, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon, about 40 minutes. — ABC News, 8 Sep. 2026

Toss with pasta; if necessary, add remaining pasta water to create a light sauce that coats pasta. — Martha Stewart, 23 Aug. 2026

The formula is thick but non-greasy, and coats skin in comforting moisture that leaves you hydrated for hours. — Mary Honkus, Glamour, 21 Aug. 2026

The Mediterranean sun, at its apex, burns as white as the signature paint that coats most Mykonian homes. — Nick Remsen, Vogue, 1 Aug. 2026

Combine the broccoli mixture with the crispy pasta, balsamic vinegar, butter, and toasted pine nuts, and toss everything together over medium-high heat until the butter melts and coats the noodles. — Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 July 2026