Meaning of the word greatcoat in English

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greatcoat

US /ˈɡreɪt.koʊt/
UK /ˈɡreɪt.koʊt/
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Noun

1.

a heavy overcoat, typically with a cape or deep collar, worn especially by soldiers or travelers.

Example:
He wore a thick greatcoat to protect himself from the biting wind.
The soldier adjusted his greatcoat before heading out into the snow.
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