duffle coat

or duffel coat

noun

1. a hooded overcoat of sturdy wool, usually knee-length and with frog fasteners.

Word History and Origins

Origin of duffle coat¹

First recorded in 1675–85; variant of duffel

Example Sentences

He is described as a slim Asian man and was last seen wearing a duffle coat with three large horizontal lines, grey tracksuit bottoms and maroon trainers.

From BBC

Cropped capes with military detailing offered a fresh silhouette, as did duffle coats with unexpected volumes on the back.

From Seattle Times

She was wearing black jogging bottoms and a cream duffle coat, with a bum bag containing cash and makeup but no identification or mobile phone.

From BBC

The designer maintained an edge with the silver detailing on duffle coats and the O-rings fastening a chain around the neck.

From Washington Times

The surprise gets a delighted response from the crew, who chuckle, sigh, draw their duffle coats around themselves, show lovely teeth, pass around trays of lasagne.

From The Guardian

Related Words

• cloak
• frock
• jacket
• overcoat
• raincoat
• suit
• tuxedo
• windbreaker
• wrap