trench coat
noun
1
: a usually double-breasted raincoat with deep pockets, wide belt, and often straps on the shoulders
2
: a waterproof overcoat with a removable lining designed for wear in trenches
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For a lighter option, this cropped trench coat is an Amazon shopper-favorite piece that is perfect for travel.
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Alexandra Pereira, Travel + Leisure, 23 Apr. 2026
Meryl Streep steps out in a maroon trench coat, complete with a bright red purse, top and sunglasses, in New York City's Financial District on April 17.
—Katie Hill, PEOPLE, 22 Apr. 2026
Burke, who will attend the Met Gala as a member of the host committee, modeled for two mannequins, both to be shown in the Disabled Body section — one in a Burberry trench coat made for her, and the other in a dress by Vivienne Westwood and Malcolm McLaren.
—CBS News, 21 Apr. 2026
Burke, who will attend the Met Gala as a member of the host committee, modeled for two mannequins, both to be shown in the Disabled Body section — one in a Burberry trench coat made for her, and the other in a dress by Vivienne Westwood and Malcolm McLaren.
—ABC News, 20 Apr. 2026
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Alexandra Pereira, Travel + Leisure, 23 Apr. 2026
Meryl Streep steps out in a maroon trench coat, complete with a bright red purse, top and sunglasses, in New York City's Financial District on April 17.
—Katie Hill, PEOPLE, 22 Apr. 2026
Burke, who will attend the Met Gala as a member of the host committee, modeled for two mannequins, both to be shown in the Disabled Body section — one in a Burberry trench coat made for her, and the other in a dress by Vivienne Westwood and Malcolm McLaren.
—CBS News, 21 Apr. 2026
Burke, who will attend the Met Gala as a member of the host committee, modeled for two mannequins, both to be shown in the Disabled Body section — one in a Burberry trench coat made for her, and the other in a dress by Vivienne Westwood and Malcolm McLaren.
—ABC News, 20 Apr. 2026
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“Trench coat.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/trench%20coat. Accessed 3 May. 2026.
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