Definition of trenchcoat Trenchcoat

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What does trenchcoat mean?

Noun
trench coat - a military style raincoat; belted with deep pockets

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trench coat (Noun)
A military- style raincoat with a belt and deep pockets and often epaulettes.

A trench coat (or trenchcoat) is a type of outdoor clothing. Trenchcoats are long coats made from stiff material, like heavy-duty cotton. They were invented for soldiers to wear in The First World War, to keep them warm. Most trench coats also protect the wearer against rain.

As a fashion.

In the 1950s, trench coats became a popular fashion item. In the 1980s and 1990s, trench coats were worn by punk rock musicians and gothic rock musicians.

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