Definition of topcoatnext
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 Laminate Unlike solid slabs or blocks, surface laminate is a covering material made up of multiple layers often consisting of kraft paper soaked in a resin, a decorative layer printed onto paper, and a protective melamine-resin topcoat. — Sheila Kim, The Spruce, 13 July 2026 O’Meallie uses spray paint and a clear topcoat to give the pieces a reflective, ultra-white surface. — Ray Mark Rinaldi, Denver Post, 20 Apr. 2026 Set and add more topcoat, layering topcoat and filing any bumps until the nail is smooth and the cannabis and flakes are encased within. — Emily Earlenbaugh, Forbes.com, 17 Apr. 2026 Light scratches and abrasions will occur at the finish level rather than on the wood, and moisture and water won’t absorb through the topcoat. — Dan Simms, USA Today, 23 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for topcoat
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Noun
  • The deal covers suits, suit separates, sport coats, vests, dress pants, tuxedos, overcoats and raincoats.
    — Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 9 Oct. 2026
  • Mass retailers including Zara and Uniqlo are now carrying funnel-neck versions of trench coats, bombers and wool overcoats, placing a silhouette once treated as a designer signature into the everyday wardrobe.
    — Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 2 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • With the Formula 1 race in Austin coming up next week, PacSun has launched a fun collab featuring tees, jackets, hats and more inspired by the cars and the Texan setting.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 16 Oct. 2026
  • The campaign video shows the gray denim worn as a matching set, alongside a black varsity jacket with cream sleeves and a black rugby top with a white collar.
    — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • 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
  • 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 19 Oct. 2026.

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