manteau
9.9
A woman's coat worn outside for warmth or style
- noun
- /mænˈtoʊ/
- Archaic
:
abrigo
- Prends ton manteau, on file.
Examples
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As she stepped out into the chilly evening, her elegant manteau kept her warm and stylish.
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The fashion show featured models wearing colorful manteaus that highlighted the latest winter trends.
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She chose a long, flowing manteau to complement her evening gown for the gala.
Synonyms
cloak
vsmanteau
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3.2
A loose outer coat that fastens at the neck and hangs down the back
is a fashionable woman's outer garment rather than a plain loose covering
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7.7
A short stylish coat that women wear over dresses
is often a longer, more elegant outer garment for women
hooded cloak
vsmanteau
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4.1
A long coat with a hood that you pull over your head
is mainly an elegant women's outer garment, not specifically long with head covering
manto
vsmanteau
9.9
A loose piece of clothing worn over other clothes to keep warm
is focused on fashion and elegance rather than simple warmth or shelter
9.9
A short cape that women wore over their shoulders in the past
is a general elegant outer garment rather than a small historical shoulder piece
How Elegant
Surface Forms
Etymology
Manteau comes from an old word for a 'cloak' and shares its root with the English mantle. So a manteau is a stylish woman's coat — literally an outer 'cloak' you wear for warmth or fashion.