SURCOAT


Meaning of SURCOAT in English

[ 'sə:kəʊt ]

■ noun

1》 historical an outer coat or garment of rich material, typically worn over armour.

2》 a short sleeveless garment worn as part of the insignia of an order of knighthood.

Origin

ME: from OFr. surcot , from sur 'over' + cot 'coat'.

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