ˈsərˌkōt, ˈsə̄ˌ-, ˈsəiˌ- noun
Etymology: Middle English surcote, from Middle French, from sur- + cote coat — more at coat
1.
a. or sur·cote “ : a fitted coat or robe made in short or long styles with or without sleeves and often with a fur lining and worn by men and women in late medieval times
b.
(1) : a sleeved or sleeveless tunic of late medieval times worn over armor and often emblazoned with heraldic devices
(2) : a similar garment worn on formal occasions by members of various orders of knighthood
2. : an outdoor jacket usually hip length and belted worn chiefly by men and boys