rain gear

noun

as in raincoat

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Recent Examples of rain gear Canales made Brazzell’s day off sound more precautionary in nature, but both him and Chisena were seen on the field in rain gear. — Mike Kaye july 26, Charlotte Observer, 26 July 2026 Also pack enough layers to keep yourself comfortable if the weather changes quickly, including rain gear. — Robert Annis, Midwest Living, 24 June 2026 With more storms expected later this week, your rain gear is likely to get another workout, and the metro’s soggy streak may not be done yet. — Kansas City Star, 9 June 2026 Showers Pass was founded in 1997 to build rain gear that actually works, embracing the core philosophy in Oregon that bad weather shouldn't stop you from outdoor adventures. — ABC News, 8 June 2026 Might as well put our expensive rain gear to use. — Amber Harding Outkick, FOXNews.com, 15 May 2026 Grab the rain gear on the way out the door and leave a little earlier. — Michael Autovino, CBS News, 21 Apr. 2026 Start getting your rain gear ready – looks like some April showers are on their way. — Lucia Cheng, Des Moines Register, 19 Mar. 2026 Dress in layers, pack rain gear, and be prepared for limited cell service with a satellite phone or other means of communication for emergency situations. — Karthika Gupta, Travel + Leisure, 7 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rain gear
  1. raincoat
  2. trench coat
  3. rainwear
  4. waterproof
  5. oilskin
  6. trench
Noun
  • It can be easily folded and popped into a bike basket or even fit underneath a raincoat for those sudden summer showers.
    — Alexandra Pereira, Travel + Leisure, 10 July 2026
  • At the same time, Miles starts to notice a presence in his pictures, a woman in a raincoat (Kate Dickie) staring intently into the camera.
    — Damon Wise, Deadline, 6 July 2026
Definition of raincoat
Noun
  • Her sleek new ‘do went perfectly with her preppy ensemble, which consisted of a navy Burberry trench coat and black suede stiletto boots.
    — Hannah Malach, InStyle, 21 July 2026
  • Lean on wardrobe essentials, just like Rihanna, by pairing light wash wide-leg jeans with a Burberry trench coat for cooler days, when transitional layering makes sense.
    — Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 20 July 2026
Definition of trench coat
Noun
  • Burberry added that its Portraits of an Icon campaign, which broke earlier this year and focused on the trench, spurred a 19 percent increase in new rainwear customers.
    — Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 17 July 2026
  • Outerwear and scarves remain hero categories, up double digits thanks to strong demand for heritage rainwear, lightweight jackets and other seasonal product.
    — Joe Bobowicz, Vogue, 17 July 2026
Definition of rainwear
Noun
  • This deal saves you 25% on a compact outdoor powerhouse, packing an IP67 waterproof and dustproof rating, up to 12 hours of battery life, customizable app EQ controls, and high-resolution SnapDragon Sound (aptX) support.
    — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 21 July 2026
  • The protection rating is IP68/IP69K, with the usual waterproof, dustproof, and shockproof claims that come with a device like this.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 5 July 2026
Definition of waterproof
Noun
  • Mary Jane eventually found her muck boots and an oilskin jacket in the back of the hallway closet.
    — Kate Walbert, The New Yorker, 29 Nov. 2021
  • Daigle has a face like an oilskin raincoat, patinated from life on the land moonlighting for mining companies—chasing other people’s dreams.
    — Genesee Keevil, Popular Mechanics, 17 May 2018
Definition of oilskin
Noun
  • The modest trench that once plagued the Galaxy Z Fold series' inner display is virtually gone.
    — Kimberly Gedeon, PC Magazine, 23 July 2026
  • Crews have welded in new steel pipe, tested for leaks and begun preparing the 25-foot-deep trench for backfilling, concrete slurry, asphalt and water-quality checks before traffic can return.
    — Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times, 21 July 2026
Definition of trench

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“Rain gear.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rain%20gear. Accessed 1 Aug. 2026.

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