trench coat

noun

Definition of trench coatnext
as in trench

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Recent Examples of trench coat Aritzia has so many options that will carry you from the end of summer to fall and even into winter, including an expensive-looking trench coat, an everyday denim jacket, and a sleek windbreaker. — Essence Wiley, InStyle, 29 Aug. 2026 The five-time Grammy-winning singer stepped out in a beige double-breasted trench coat over a black top, paired with black boots and oversized sunglasses. — Sameen Chaudhry, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026 For example, the scene with three puppets in a trench coat attacking one of the pirates required eight puppeteers. — Joe Otterson, Variety, 20 Aug. 2026 The actress stepped out wearing a midi-length trench coat over a sleeveless black dress, offering a masterclass in effortless between-seasons styling. — Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 18 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for trench coat
Recent Examples of Synonyms for trench coat
  1. trench
  2. rain gear
Noun
  • Firefighters hacked through wood, slate and concrete trench lines, a process the Reserve Organization of America says likely generated silica-containing dust.
    — Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 6 Sep. 2026
  • The front office also re-signed key interior trench pieces, keeping offensive guard Sam Cosmi locked up alongside defensive tackle Daron Payne, while adding offensive line depth with veteran additions to protect Daniels.
    — David Troy OutKick, FOXNews.com, 4 Sep. 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 11 Sep. 2026.

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