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    Colbert (en. Colbert)

    /kɔl.bɛʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A warm garment, usually worn over other clothing.
    He is wearing a colbert to protect himself from the cold.
    Il porte un colbert pour se protéger du froid.
    A clothing style inspired by the creations of French designers.
    The colbert is a classic of Parisian fashion.
    Le colbert est un classique de la mode parisienne.
    A structured wool garment with lapels.
    She chose an elegant colbert for her interview.
    Elle a choisi un colbert élégant pour son entretien.

    Etymology

    Derived from the name of Jean-Baptiste Colbert, minister of Louis XIV, known for his influence on fashion.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to wear a colbert
    To dress elegantly.
    porter un colbert
    Colbert style
    A formal and sophisticated style.
    style à la Colbert

    Related Words

    coat
    A long garment that covers the entire body.
    manteau
    fashion
    The design and fashion sector.
    mode
    clothing
    Any item worn on the body.
    vêtement

    Slang Meanings

    Refers to a dressed-up or formal style.
    Today, we're having the meeting in colberts, put on your finest clothing.
    Aujourd'hui, on fait la réunion en colbert, sortez vos plus beaux vêtements.
    Used to talk about stylish men.
    Look at that guy in the colbert, he really has style.
    Regarde ce gars en colbert, il a vraiment du style.