frock coat

noun

1. a man's close-fitting, knee-length coat, single-breasted or double-breasted and with a vent in the back.

frock coat

noun

1. a man's single- or double-breasted skirted coat, as worn in the 19th century

Word History and Origins

Origin of frock coat¹

First recorded in 1735–45

Example Sentences

Then here came the tailors for Mr. Cranston’s frock coat and morning coat and striped trousers and silk nightshirts with his initials sewed on.

From Literature

Their bodies were their canvases, which they bedecked in feather boas, tutus, corsets, Victorian petticoats, Edwardian frock coats, wigs, wings, headdresses, ribbons, sequins, rhinestones, satin, face paint and an abundance of glitter.

From New York Times

He was popularized by 1980s pop star Adam Ant, who donned a frock coat and tricorn hat and had a hit with Turpin’s famous slogan, “Stand and Deliver.”

From Seattle Times

The lady wore an old-fashioned frock coat and her long black dress swished back and forth like a church bell.

From Literature

A Chanel frock coat is cut away not at the front but at the back, to expose frothing iridescent tiers.

From New York Times