Definitions
- A long, heavy coat worn for warmth and protection in cold or inclement weather. - A military-style coat with a double-breasted front and large lapels. - A formal or dress coat worn over a suit or other formal attire.
- A long coat worn over other clothing for warmth and protection from the elements. - A formal or dress coat worn over a suit or other formal attire. - A coat worn by women that extends below the waist and is often made of wool or other heavy fabric.
List of Similarities
- 1Both are long coats worn for warmth and protection.
- 2Both can be worn over other clothing.
- 3Both can be formal or dressy in style.
- 4Both are typically made of heavy fabrics like wool or tweed.
- 5Both are often worn during colder months or in inclement weather.
What is the difference?
- 1Style: Greatcoats often have a military-style design with double-breasted fronts and large lapels, while overcoats can have a variety of styles and designs.
- 2Formality: Greatcoats can be more formal or dressy than overcoats, which are typically more casual in style.
- 3Occasion: Greatcoats are often associated with military or historical contexts, while overcoats are more commonly worn in everyday life.
- 4Usage: Greatcoats are less common than overcoats and may be seen as outdated or old-fashioned in some contexts.
Remember this!
Greatcoat and overcoat are both long coats worn for warmth and protection, typically made of heavy fabrics like wool or tweed. However, greatcoats are often associated with military or historical contexts and have a more formal or dressy style, while overcoats are more commonly worn in everyday life and have a variety of styles and designs.
