as in macks
a coat made of water-resistant material
the oilskins worn by the fishing boat's crew gave them scant protection from the cold, driving rain
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Noun
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So many raincoats don’t, but this one passed with flying colors through the rapids, airing out almost instantly.—
Anna Fiorentino,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Aug. 2025 -
Petit Bateau, known for its products such as cotton briefs, bodysuits, marinière, raincoats and peacoats in vivid colors, has a vertical operation, which entails being involved in design, knitting, dyeing, manufacturing, screen printing and embroidery.—
Jennifer Weil,
Footwear News,
3 Sep. 2019
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While many were watching the models wearing the storied Manhattan house's spring 2026 designs—which included oversized slacks, trenches, and a touch of chiffon—we were rapt by Fanning's hair.—
Margaux Anbouba,
Vogue,
15 Sep. 2025
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Pour blender compost around plants, or into trenches, compost piles, or worm bins.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Sep. 2025
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“Oilskins.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/oilskins. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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