box coat


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box coat

n.
1. A coat designed to hang loosely from the shoulders.
2. A heavy overcoat formerly worn by coachmen.
[box + coat.]
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box coat

n
1. (Clothing & Fashion) a plain short coat that hangs loosely from the shoulders
2. (Clothing & Fashion) a heavy overcoat, worn formerly by coachmen
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box′ coat`


n.
1. an outer coat with a straight, unfitted back.
2. a heavy overcoat worn by coachmen.
[1815–25]
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ThesaurusAntonymsRelated WordsSynonymsLegend:
Noun1.box coat - a short coat that hangs loosely from the shoulders
coat - an outer garment that has sleeves and covers the body from shoulder down; worn outdoors
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