Coat

Definition

Coat is a noun and a verb. As a noun, it refers to an outer garment worn for warmth or protection, or to a layer covering a surface. As a verb, it means to cover or apply a layer over something.

Parts of Speech

• Noun
• Verb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /koʊt/
• Respelling: koht

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /kəʊt/
• Respelling: koht

Etymology

The word "coat" originates from the Old French "cote," which referred to an outer garment. It was derived from the Latin "cottus," meaning "a covering." Over time, it came into English with similar meanings related to both clothing and covering.

Derivatives

• Coated (adjective)
• Coating (noun)
• Uncoated (adjective)
• Overcoat (noun)
• Undercoat (noun)

Synonyms

• Jacket
• Layer
• Covering

Antonyms

• None

Usage

The noun "coat" is commonly used to refer to outerwear, such as "She put on a winter coat." It also describes a layer of material on a surface, such as "The wall has a fresh coat of paint." As a verb, it is used in contexts like "He coated the chicken with breadcrumbs before frying."

Related Terms

• Jacket: A shorter, often lighter outer garment worn for warmth or fashion.
• Covering: A material or object that provides protection or concealment.
• Layer: A thickness of a substance spread over a surface.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• An outer garment worn for warmth or protection: Refers to a long-sleeved piece of clothing used in cold weather.
  • Example: "She wore a thick coat to stay warm."
• A layer covering a surface: Used to describe any application or covering over a material or object.
  • Example: "The wall needed another coat of paint."

Verb

• To cover or apply a layer over something: Means to spread or layer a material over a surface.
  • Example: "He coated the cake with icing."