What does undercoat mean?
Undercoat means A layer of short hairs underneath the longer ones of an animal's fur..
Undercoat
/ˈʌndɚˌkoʊt/ · noun
Meaning
A layer of short hairs underneath the longer ones of an animal's fur..
Definitions by Sense
- A layer of short hairs underneath the longer ones of an animal's fur.
- A coat of paint or other material applied onto a surface before that of a topcoat; sometimes, a coloured primer.
- (obsolete) A coat for wearing indoors, under an overcoat.
- (transitive) To apply an undercoat to.
Example Sentences
The conversion process is carried out by Progress Rail at Longport, from where they are dispatched in undercoat to Eastleigh for final painting.
Synonyms for undercoat
Antonyms for undercoat
Related Words
Word Forms
- undercoats
- undercoating
- undercoated
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for undercoat?
Common synonyms include prime, ground, underfur, underseal.
What is the opposite of undercoat?
Possible antonyms include topcoat, overcoat.
How do you use undercoat in a sentence?
The conversion process is carried out by Progress Rail at Longport, from where they are dispatched in undercoat to Eastleigh for final painting.
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