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    Manteaux (en. Coats)

    /mɑ̃.to/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    An outer garment, often made of wool or thick fabric, intended to protect against the cold.
    She is wearing a very elegant red coat.
    Elle porte un manteau rouge très élégant.
    A garment that loosely covers the body.
    Fur coats are highly sought after in winter.
    Les manteaux en fourrure sont très prisés en hiver.
    An outer garment, often associated with cold seasons.
    He bought a waterproof coat for the rain.
    Il a acheté un manteau imperméable pour la pluie.
    A long and flowing coat.
    She put on a long coat that reaches her ankles.
    Elle a mis un manteau long qui lui arrive aux chevilles.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'mantellum', designating a small cloak or covering.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to put on a coat
    To put on an outer garment to protect against the cold.
    mettre un manteau
    fur coat
    A coat made of fur.
    manteau de fourrure
    winter coat
    A coat specifically designed for cold weather.
    manteau d'hiver
    long coat
    A coat that reaches the ankles or lower.
    manteau long

    Related Words

    anorak
    Waterproof jacket with a hood, often worn for outdoor activities.
    anorak
    parka
    Hooded coat, usually padded, worn to protect against the cold.
    parka
    jacket
    General outer garment, often unlined.
    veste
    pea coats
    Short coat in general, often made of wool.
    cabans
    trench coat
    Long coat, generally waterproof, associated with a military style.
    trench

    Slang Meanings

    Heavy and unstylish coat.
    This coat is really a 'grandpa coat'.
    Ce manteau, c'est vraiment un 'manteau de grand-père'.
    Fashionable coat.
    This coat is a real 'fashion coat'.
    Ce manteau, c'est un vrai 'fashion coat'.