topcoats

noun

plural of topcoat
as in overcoats
a warm outdoor coat threw on a wool topcoat and headed out into the snow

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Recent Examples of topcoats Abrasive scrubbers can dull protective and glossy topcoats and strip oils from wood, so use something with milder scrubbing power. — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 4 Aug. 2026 Geometric abstraction defines the outerwear, appearing in minimalist grid patterns meticulously woven into Italian wool topcoats and chore jackets, merging precision craftsmanship with contemporary elegance. — Mecca Pryor, Essence, 26 Jan. 2026 Often layered under leather jackets, topcoats, or wool trenchcoats, the look nodded to Ivy League style while staying relaxed and youthful. — Alejandro Badia, Footwear News, 20 Jan. 2026 Yellowing can happen with some topcoats when they’re cured, giving nails an unwanted, slightly off-color tint. — Morgan Fargo, Vogue, 10 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for topcoats
  1. overcoats
  2. jackets
Noun
  • Several kinds of clothing, including t-shirts, trousers, sweaters, overcoats, windbreakers, men’s suits and blazers, and accessories, including belts, jewelry, hats, wigs, false beards and eyebrows are included.
    — Zachary Folk, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026
  • The best buyers were Russian noblemen, high rollers who used the glossy fur to line the collars of their winter overcoats.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 29 July 2026
Definition of overcoats
Noun
  • The pair, who matched in black leather jackets and jeans, departed the building hand-in-hand and showed off their decorative handcuffs while sharing a steamy kiss.
    — Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Barn jackets and trench coats are quintessential fall outerwear, and this plaid-collar find combines both.
    — Anna Traver, InStyle, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of jackets

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