redingote

/ˈrɛdɪŋˌɡoʊt/
noun
  1. A woman's long coat, often fitted at the waist and flared at the bottom, originally based on a riding coat.
    • The vintage redingote had brass buttons and a velvet collar.
    • She wore a stylish redingote over her dress to the autumn wedding.
    • Fashion designers often update the classic redingote with modern fabrics.
  2. A man's fitted overcoat, typically double-breasted, popular in the 18th and 19th centuries.
    • In historical paintings, men often appear in a redingote with a high collar.
    • The gentleman's redingote was made of heavy wool and reached his knees.
    • He found an antique redingote in the costume shop for the play.
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