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overcoat

[oh-ver-koht, oh-ver-koht, oh-ver-koht] / ˈoʊ vərˌkoʊt, ˌoʊ vərˈkoʊt, ˈoʊ vərˌkoʊt /


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He became a fixture on television news, wearing either military style tactical gear or a long, double-breasted green overcoat with wide lapels that critics said was meant to echo Nazi German military garb.

From Barron's • Mar. 17, 2026

Tucked into a pocket, the muslin pouch has kept my wool winter overcoat smelling fresh—and reminding me of Paris—all season.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 14, 2026

"I remember seeing their new manager, Brian Epstein, standing to the right of the stage in a dark overcoat."

From BBC • Oct. 30, 2024

The 7-day auction, which lasts until Wednesday, features a taupe Kiton overcoat, a black Salvatore Ferragamo pea coat, a brown Brioni silk single-breasted blazer, and a multicolored hoodie with images of Brown printed on it.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 27, 2024

“Another lovely day in Scotland,” he muttered as he flipped up the collar of his overcoat and braced for the cool, damp air that would greet them outside the station.

From "City Spies" by James Ponti




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