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coat

/kəʊt/
Meanings
  • noun

    A garment that covers the body and usually fastens with buttons, hooks, or zippers, typically worn for warmth or protection.

    - "She wore a red coat to keep warm in the cold weather."
    - "The soldier saluted as the general passed by, both wearing full coats."
  • verb

    To encase or cover completely.

    - "The tree trunk was coated with a thick layer of ice."
    - "The floor was coated with a layer of wax for a polished shine."
Pronunciation
  1. /kəʊt/



    Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=9014339"
  2. /koʊt/



    Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=840640"
Rhymes
Words rhyming with coat
goat , coat of arms , moat , boat
Variants
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coat , coated , coatless , coats , coater , coaters , coating , coat hanger , coat hangers , coat of arms , coats of arms , coat of mail , coat check , coat-check girl , coat-check/hat-check girl , hat-check girl , box coat , box coats , candy coat , candy coated , candy coating , candy coats , candy-coat , candy-coated , candy-coating , candy-coats , car coat , car coats
Etymology
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Old English cōta, from Proto-Germanic *kotōn-, from PIE *kot- ‘sheath, case’.

Trivia
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  1. The longest coat ever made was 1,134 feet long, set a Guinness World Record in 2010.

  2. The word 'coat' comes from the Old English word 'cōta', which means 'sheath' or 'case'.

  3. In medieval Europe, coats of arms were used to identify knights in battle and were painted on the front and back of their shields.

Related Concepts
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  1. jacket: A type of coat that covers the upper body and usually fastens with buttons or zippers. Jackets are typically worn for warmth or as part of a fashion statement.

  2. overcoat: A long, thick coat designed to provide warmth and protection against the elements. Overcoats are often worn in cold weather and can be made of various materials, such as wool or leather.

Culture
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Throughout history, coats have been significant in various cultures. In ancient Rome, togas were the primary form of clothing, but under them, people wore tunics or pallia, which could be considered early forms of coats. In medieval Europe, coats of arms were used as symbols of family identity and status. In modern times, coats have been used as fashion statements, with designers creating innovative and stylish designs.

How to Memorize "coat"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a coat hanging in a closet. Imagine the different textures, colors, and styles of coats. Try to recall the different ways coats can be fastened, such as buttons or zippers.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'coat' with the feeling of warmth and protection. Think about how coats keep us dry and shield us from the wind and rain.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Cats Often Ate Tomatoes, But Cats Hate Onions'. Replace 'Cats' with 'Coats' and 'Tomatoes' with 'Temperature' to remember that coats keep you warm.

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