What is housecoat? How to use in English

Definition & pronunciation of housecoat

housecoatnoun

Housecoat

/ˈhaʊskəʊt//ˈhaʊskəʊt/

Where does the word housecoat come from?

The term "housecoat" emerged in the late 19th century, initially called "house dress" or "dressing gown." It referred to a loose-fitting garment worn by women in the home for comfort and practicality, often made of lightweight materials like cotton or silk. The "coat" part of the name emphasizes the garment's resemblance to a coat, with its full length and often having a collar, lapels, and even pockets. Over time, "housecoat" became the preferred term, reflecting the garment's specific function as comfortable attire for domestic use.

Vocabulary summary housecoat

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meaningcasual house dress (for women)

Example of vocabulary housecoatnamespace

  • The elderly woman put on her soft floral housecoat before going downstairs for breakfast.
  • I stumbled out of bed in the middle of the night and reached for my cozy terry cloth housecoat to keep me warm.
  • The housecoat she was wearing matched the cheerful yellow and blue pattern of the couch in her living room.
  • As she walked through the house, the fabric of her silk housecoat rustled gently, making a soothing sound.
  • The retired librarian unzipped her gray hoodie and ditched it for her favorite red housecoat, unwinding after a long day of work.

Synonyms and related words for housecoat

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