as in overcoat
a warm outdoor coat
threw on a wool topcoat and headed out into the snow
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Recent Examples of topcoat
Finish with a glossy topcoat to lock in the design.
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Jacqueline Kilikita, Refinery29, 22 Dec. 2025
The powder, which has oil-absorbing properties, serves as a topcoat to lock in the look.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 12 Dec. 2025
Todd Snyder’s topcoat sits on the refined end of the spectrum, with a simple three-button front, single-breasted stance and slimly elegant peak lapels.
—Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 24 Nov. 2025
Seal with a clear topcoat to create a heat-resistant trivet or coaster.
—Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 17 Nov. 2025
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Jacqueline Kilikita, Refinery29, 22 Dec. 2025
The powder, which has oil-absorbing properties, serves as a topcoat to lock in the look.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 12 Dec. 2025
Todd Snyder’s topcoat sits on the refined end of the spectrum, with a simple three-button front, single-breasted stance and slimly elegant peak lapels.
—Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 24 Nov. 2025
Seal with a clear topcoat to create a heat-resistant trivet or coaster.
—Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 17 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for topcoat
Noun
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Warm Up with a Minimalist Coat Black jeans, a chunky knit, and a minimalist black overcoat scream quiet luxury without uttering a single word.—
Samantha Sutton,
InStyle,
4 Jan. 2026
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Wrapped in a furry overcoat, the singer would descend from the stage with a glass full of ruby red maraschino cherries.—
Wilder Davies,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
22 Dec. 2025
Noun
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Style them with black heeled boots and a black jacket for a walk around town à la Hadid, or opt for a vibrant top for a pop of color.—
Mia Huelsbeck,
PEOPLE,
26 Jan. 2026
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The thermal shirt can play much the same role today, as its cotton fabric is breathable and soft enough to be worn directly against the skin, and is typically designed to fit below shirts, sweaters and jackets.—
Eric Twardzik,
Robb Report,
26 Jan. 2026
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Bovino also raised eyebrows during his time in Minneapolis for marching the streets alongside ICE officers, unmasked and occasionally wearing an army-green greatcoat that drew comparisons to the uniforms of Nazi officers during World War II.—
Meredith Kile,
PEOPLE,
27 Jan. 2026
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Inspired by the imposing outerwear worn by field commanders in the Napoleonic era, Cad & The Dandy’s aptly named greatcoat features a double-breasted front, sweeping lapels, a rear vent and a collar that properly turns up against the neck.—
Eric Twardzik,
Robb Report,
24 Nov. 2025
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“Topcoat.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/topcoat. Accessed 29 Jan. 2026.
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