topcoat

noun
UK: /ˈtɒpkəʊt/
US: /ˈtɑːpkoʊt/

  1. A coat worn on top of other clothes.

    1. He put on his topcoat because it was cold.
    2. She wore a stylish topcoat over her dress to stay warm at the event.

  2. A final coat of paint or varnish.

    1. Apply the topcoat after the base coat is dry.
    2. The carpenter applied a clear topcoat to protect the wood from scratches.

  3. A clear nail polish applied to protect and add shine.

    1. She put on a topcoat to keep her manicure looking fresh.
    2. A layer of topcoat helps prevent chipping and extends the life of your nail polish.

Synonyms

overcoat outerwear varnish glaze
topcoat transitive-verb

  1. To apply a final coat of paint or varnish to something.

    1. He will topcoat the table tomorrow.
    2. Make sure to topcoat the model after painting to protect the finish.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "topcoat" in English means: A coat worn on top of other clothes., A final coat of paint or varnish., A clear nail polish applied to protect and add shine..

The phonetic transcription of "topcoat" is /ˈtɒpkəʊt/ in British English and /ˈtɑːpkoʊt/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "topcoat": overcoat, outerwear, varnish, glaze.

Example usage of "topcoat": "He put on his topcoat because it was cold.". More examples on the page.