trench coat

noun

Definition of trench coatnext
as in trench

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Recent Examples of trench coat Look at fashionable New Yorkers right now and you’re bound to see a fun trench coat. — Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Oct. 2026 The star wore Saint Laurent’s satin black mini trench coat, pairing it with a pink bodysuit, black corset, and thigh-high boots. — Christian Allaire, Vogue, 28 Sep. 2026 Wear it with a khaki trench coat for a trendy pairing at outdoor events when there’s a nip in the air. — Brittany Vanderbill, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Sep. 2026 Slip into a pair of leopard-print Mary Janes with reliable black trousers, a classic black T-shirt, and a timeless trench coat to tie the look together. — Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 24 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for trench coat
Recent Examples of Synonyms for trench coat
  1. trench
  2. rain gear
Noun
  • Sharp suits and smoking jackets came alongside cocoon shapes, functional hunting jackets, double-breasted trenches and generous winter coats, with longer lengths and full collars suggesting the urban style of the 1980s and ’90s.
    — Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Oversized bombers and close-fitting cropped styles mingle with polished trenches, slouchy anoraks, and classic motos.
    — Christina Holevas, Vogue, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of trench
Noun
  • Keep the rain gear handy on Thursday as South Florida will once again face threats of seeing passing showers and thunderstorms during the day.
    — Lissette Gonzalez, CBS News, 27 Aug. 2026
  • Pack essentials like rain gear, layers of clothing, water, sunscreen, eye protection and an offline map.
    — Josh Max, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
Definition of rain gear

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“Trench coat.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trench%20coat. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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