Raincoat
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈɹeɪnkoʊt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Raincoat is a noun meaning A waterproof coat to be worn in the rain; (loosely) any coat or jacket with this purpose.
Meaning
A waterproof coat to be worn in the rain; (loosely) any coat or jacket with this purpose.
More Meanings
- (slang) A condom.
Example Sentences
Moe said he'll go first, I said I'll take next / Here, take this raincoat and practice safe sex!
Speaking to a crowd of demonstrators, some of whom dressed in raincoats while others wore keffiyehs in solidarity with Palestinians amid Israel’s deadly war on Gaza, one demonstrator said: “Any president that has come to power has also let workers down.”
After standing around in talk for a while, during which time Doris arrived with my hat and raincoat (left with her at the site) we made our way some two hundred strong, up the gracious stone stairway to the Hall of Christ Church, loaned by that College for the celebrationary lunch.
Word Forms
- raincoats
Synonyms for raincoat
Depending on context, synonyms include condom, rubber, waterproof.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include waterproof, cloak, overcoat, coat, jacket, mantle.
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